Touchless order creation for a non-catalog request based requisition

Summary

How to create a touchless order for a non-catalog request based requisition

Content

Just this last week, there were two very similar forum posts with a common theme. Why is the non-catalog request based requisition not being converted to a purchase order automatically. I am hoping this note serves as a reminder on the process.

In order to create a touchless transaction from requisitions to orders based on non-catalog requests, ensure the following (if an agreement does not exist that can be sourced):

a) The 'Negotiated' flag is checked when creating the non-catalog request

b) Supplier and supplier site details are also filled in