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# Receiving Payments from Vendors

> Accept and manage incoming payments from vendors with reconciliation and invoice tracking.

## Overview

Aczen Payments allows businesses to receive payments from vendors seamlessly. Whether you're collecting vendor fees, settlements, or reimbursements, Aczen provides a structured way to track, verify, and reconcile incoming payments.

This module is designed for:

* Marketplaces collecting vendor commissions
* Platforms receiving vendor settlements
* Businesses managing B2B vendor payments

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## Key Capabilities

* Generate payment requests for vendors
* Attach invoices or settlement documents
* Track incoming payments in real-time
* Auto-reconcile payments with vendor records
* Receive payments via multiple methods (UPI, Cards, Net Banking)

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## Payment Flow

1. Create a vendor payment request
2. Share payment link with vendor
3. Vendor completes payment
4. Aczen updates status in real-time
5. System reconciles payment with invoice

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## Create Vendor Payment Request

### Endpoint

`POST /vendors/payments/request`

### Request Body

```json theme={null}
{
  "amount": 10000,
  "currency": "INR",
  "vendor": {
    "vendor_id": "v_7890",
    "name": "ABC Supplies",
    "email": "vendor@example.com",
    "phone": "9123456780"
  },
  "invoice": {
    "number": "VEN-2026-001",
    "description": "Monthly Vendor Settlement",
    "due_date": "2026-05-10"
  },
  "notes": "Payment for April supply settlement"
}
```