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Can I Edit an Order in WooCommerce?

Last updated on October 2, 2022 @ 12:36 am

Once an order is placed in WooCommerce, it cannot be edited. This is because WooCommerce uses a system called “order processing.”

When an order is processed, the customer’s information and order details are sent to the merchant so they can fulfill the order. Once the order is processed, it cannot be changed.

If you need to change an order, you will need to cancel the order and then create a new one. To cancel an order, go to the Orders page in your WooCommerce dashboard and select the order you need to cancel.

On the Order Details page, click the Cancel button. You will be asked to confirm that you want to cancel the order. Once you cancel the order, you can create a new one with the correct information.

Conclusion:

So, can you edit an order in WooCommerce? Unfortunately, no – once an order is placed, it cannot be edited. You will need to cancel the order and create a new one with the correct information.

PRO TIP: If you are considering editing an order in WooCommerce, be aware that this can have unintended consequences. For example, if you change the order total, this can affect the shipping cost. Additionally, if you change the order status, this can trigger automatic emails to be sent to the customer (e.g. a shipping confirmation email). So, before editing an order, be sure to understand the potential implications.
Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.