ERPNext
This is a TypeScript-based MCP server that provides integration with ERPNext/Frappe API. It enables AI assistants to interact with ERPNext data and functionality through the Model Context Protocol.
What is ERPNext?
ERPNext is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to this is a typescript-based mcp server that provides integration with erpnext/frappe api. it enables ai assistants to interact with erpnext data and functionality through the model context protocol.
This is a TypeScript-based MCP server that provides integration with ERPNext/Frappe API. It enables AI assistants to interact with ERPNext data and functionality through the Model Context Protocol.
This server falls under the Business Applications category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- This is a TypeScript-based MCP server that provides integrat
Use Cases
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Installation
NPM
npx -y erpnextManual Installation
npx -y erpnextConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use ERPNext
ERPNext MCP Server is a TypeScript-based Model Context Protocol server that integrates AI assistants with ERPNext and Frappe Framework business applications. It exposes 11 tools covering full CRUD operations on ERPNext DocTypes, document submission and cancellation, report execution, and whitelisted Frappe API method calls. Business teams use it to let Claude query sales orders, create purchase requests, run financial reports, and automate ERP workflows through natural language without manual form navigation.
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18+ installed on your system
- A running ERPNext or Frappe instance accessible over the network
- ERPNext API key and API secret (generated in ERPNext under User Settings → API Access)
- An MCP-compatible client such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, or VS Code
Install the ERPNext MCP server
Install the package from npm using npx, which downloads and runs it without a permanent global install.
npx -y erpnextGenerate API credentials in ERPNext
In your ERPNext instance, go to the user profile → API Access and generate an API Key and API Secret. These are required for authentication.
Configure environment variables
Set the ERPNEXT_URL, ERPNEXT_API_KEY, and ERPNEXT_API_SECRET environment variables. The URL must be the base URL of your ERPNext instance.
export ERPNEXT_URL="https://your-erpnext.example.com"
export ERPNEXT_API_KEY="your_api_key_here"
export ERPNEXT_API_SECRET="your_api_secret_here"Add to your MCP client configuration
Register the ERPNext MCP server in your Claude Desktop or other MCP client config file with the environment variables in the env block.
{
"mcpServers": {
"erpnext": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "erpnext"],
"env": {
"ERPNEXT_URL": "https://your-erpnext.example.com",
"ERPNEXT_API_KEY": "your_api_key_here",
"ERPNEXT_API_SECRET": "your_api_secret_here"
}
}
}
}Restart your MCP client and verify
Restart Claude Desktop. Ask Claude to list available DocTypes to confirm the connection to your ERPNext instance is working correctly.
ERPNext Examples
Client configuration
Add ERPNext MCP to Claude Desktop config at ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json (macOS) or %APPDATA%/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json (Windows).
{
"mcpServers": {
"erpnext": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "erpnext"],
"env": {
"ERPNEXT_URL": "https://your-erpnext.example.com",
"ERPNEXT_API_KEY": "your_api_key_here",
"ERPNEXT_API_SECRET": "your_api_secret_here"
}
}
}
}Prompts to try
Use natural language to interact with ERPNext business data and automate workflows.
- "List all open Sales Orders created this month and their total values"
- "Create a new Purchase Order for 50 units of Item ABC from Supplier XYZ"
- "Submit the Sales Invoice INV-2024-00123"
- "Run the Accounts Receivable Aging Summary report"
- "What fields are available on the Customer DocType?"Troubleshooting ERPNext
Authentication fails with 403 Forbidden
Verify your ERPNEXT_API_KEY and ERPNEXT_API_SECRET are correct. In ERPNext, ensure the user whose credentials you're using has API Access enabled and has the necessary role permissions for the DocTypes you're accessing.
ERPNEXT_URL connection timeout or refused
Check that the ERPNEXT_URL includes the correct protocol (https://) and no trailing slash. Verify your ERPNext instance is reachable from the machine running the MCP server, and that any firewalls allow outbound HTTPS connections.
Document operations fail with 'DocType not found'
Use the get_doctypes tool first to list all available DocTypes on your instance. DocType names are case-sensitive in Frappe — ensure you're using the exact name as it appears in ERPNext.
Frequently Asked Questions about ERPNext
What is ERPNext?
ERPNext is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that this is a typescript-based mcp server that provides integration with erpnext/frappe api. it enables ai assistants to interact with erpnext data and functionality through the model context protocol. It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install ERPNext?
Install via npm with the command: npx -y erpnext. Then add the server configuration to your AI client's JSON config file (e.g., claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json).
Which AI clients work with ERPNext?
ERPNext works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is ERPNext free to use?
Yes, ERPNext is open source and available under the MIT License license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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