How to connect Erpnext MCP with VS Code

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How to connect Erpnext MCP with VS Code

VS Code is the most popular code editor out there. With its recent AI makeover, it can do more than just help you write code. You can connect your applications to it and let LLMs automate many of the mundane tasks in your workflow.

In this guide, I will explain how to connect Erpnext with VS Code in the most secure and robust way possible via Composio.

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Why use Composio?

Composio provides:

  • Access to 1,000+ managed apps from a single MCP endpoint. This makes it convenient for agents to run cross-app workflows.
  • Programmatic tool calling. Allows LLMs to write its code in a remote workbench to handle complex tool chaining. Reduces to-and-fro with LLMs for frequent tool calling.
  • Large tool response handling outside the LLM context. This minimizes context bloat from large tool responses.
  • Dynamic just-in-time access to thousands of tools across hundreds of apps. Composio loads the tools your agent needs, so LLMs are not overwhelmed by tools they do not need.

Integrate Erpnext MCP with VS Code

1. Install with one click

Click the button below to add Composio to VS Code. You will be prompted to authorize. This requires VS Code 1.99+ with GitHub Copilot.

+Install in VS Code

2. Or add manually

Open or create .vscode/mcp.json in your project root and add the following configuration:

bash
{
  "servers": {
    "composio": {
      "type": "http",
      "url": "https://connect.composio.dev/mcp"
    }
  }
}

3. Authorize

Click the install button to authorize VS Code to connect to Composio. VS Code will detect OAuth and prompt you to sign in.

VS Code MCP server install screen for Composio

A browser window will open to authorize.

Composio authorization browser window

4. Authenticate Erpnext and start working

Back in VS Code chat, ask the agent to connect to Erpnext or give it any Erpnext-related task.

For example, ask it to:

  • "List overdue tasks for all projects"
  • "Create a new customer record"
  • "Get all open purchase orders"

It will prompt you to authenticate and authorize access to Erpnext.

That is it. Composio tools are now available in VS Code, and your Erpnext account is ready to use.

Supported Tools & Triggers

Tools
Add CommentTool to add a comment to a document in ERPNext/Frappe.
Add TagTool to add a tag to a document in ERPNext.
Apply WorkflowTool to apply a workflow action to a document in ERPNext/Frappe.
Cancel DocumentCancel a submitted document in ERPNext/Frappe to change its status from Submitted to Cancelled.
Create DocumentTool to create a new document of a specific DocType in ERPNext.
Create TimesheetTool to create a new Timesheet record in ERPNext.
Create WebhookTool to create a new webhook configuration in ERPNext.
Delete DocumentTool to delete a document using the Frappe client API.
Delete DocumentTool to delete a specific document by DocType and name.
Download file from ERPNextTool to download a file from ERPNext by its URL.
Download PDF DocumentTool to download a document as PDF from ERPNext with optional print format.
Get All LanguagesTool to get a list of all available languages in the ERPNext/Frappe system.
Get All RolesTool to get a list of all roles available in the ERPNext system.
Get DocumentTool to get a single document by DocType and name or filters from Frappe/ERPNext.
Get Document CountTool to get the count of documents matching specified filters in ERPNext/Frappe.
Get DocType MetadataTool to retrieve complete DocType metadata/schema including field definitions, field types, permissions, and configurations.
Get DocumentTool to retrieve a specific document by its DocType and name (ID).
Get Document with MetadataTool to retrieve a document with full metadata including attachments, comments, activity logs, and related information.
Get Exchange RateTool to get the currency exchange rate between two currencies in ERPNext.
Get Fiscal YearTool to get fiscal year information for a given date in ERPNext.
Get Framework VersionTool to get the Frappe framework version and all installed app versions.
Get Item DetailsTool to get detailed item information including pricing, taxes, and stock details from ERPNext.
Get List of DocumentsTool to retrieve a list of documents from ERPNext/Frappe with filtering, field selection, and pagination.
Get Logged UserTool to get the email/ID of the currently authenticated user.
Get Party DetailsTool to get comprehensive customer or supplier details including addresses, contacts, and default financial settings.
Get Payment EntryTool to get payment entry details for an invoice or order from ERPNext.
Get Stock BalanceTool to retrieve the current stock balance for a specific item in a warehouse.
Get TimezonesTool to get a list of all available timezones in the ERPNext system.
Get User RolesTool to get roles assigned to a user.
Get Field ValueTool to get specific field value(s) from a document in ERPNext.
Get Workflow TransitionsTool to get available workflow transitions for a document.
Insert DocumentTool to insert a new document in ERPNext/Frappe using the client API.
Insert Multiple DocumentsTool to insert multiple documents at once into ERPNext/Frappe.
List DocTypesTool to get a list of all DocTypes available in the ERPNext system.
List ERPNext DocumentsTool to list documents of a specific DocType from ERPNext.
List EmployeesTool to retrieve a list of Employee records from ERPNext.
List ProjectsTool to retrieve a list of Project records from ERPNext.
List TimesheetsTool to get a list of Timesheet records from ERPNext.
List WebhooksTool to list webhook configurations in ERPNext.
Make Delivery NoteCreate a draft Delivery Note from an existing Sales Order in ERPNext.
Make Purchase OrderCreate a draft Purchase Order from an existing Material Request in ERPNext.
Make Sales InvoiceTool to create a Sales Invoice from an existing Sales Order in ERPNext.
Make Stock EntryTool to create a Stock Entry for material transfer, receipt, or issue in ERPNext.
Ping APITool to check if the ERPNext/Frappe API is reachable.
Rename DocumentTool to rename an ERPNext document by changing its unique ID/name.
Save Document with ActionTool to save, submit, cancel, or update a document in ERPNext.
Save DocumentTool to save an existing ERPNext/Frappe document with changes.
Global SearchTool to perform global text search across ERPNext documents.
Search Link Field DocumentsTool to search for documents to link in ERPNext/Frappe Link fields.
Set ValueTool to set a specific field value on a document in ERPNext.
Submit DocumentSubmit a draft document in ERPNext/Frappe to change its status from Draft to Submitted.
Update ERPNext documentTool to update a specific ERPNext document.

Way Forward

Now that Erpnext is connected, extend your setup by connecting the other apps you already use every day, so your agent can run true cross-app workflows end to end.

  • Connect Calendar to turn threads into scheduled meetings automatically.
  • Connect Slack or Teams to post summaries, approvals, and alerts where your team works.
  • Connect Notion, Linear, Jira, or Asana to convert requests into tickets, tasks, and docs.
  • Connect Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive to fetch, file, and share attachments without manual steps.
  • Connect HubSpot or Salesforce to log customer context, update records, and draft follow-ups.

Start with one workflow you do repeatedly, then keep adding apps as you find new handoffs. With everything behind a single MCP endpoint, your agent can coordinate multiple tools safely and reliably in one conversation.

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FAQ

What are the differences in Tool Router MCP and Erpnext MCP?

With a standalone Erpnext MCP server, the agents and LLMs can only access a fixed set of Erpnext tools tied to that server. However, with the Composio Tool Router, agents can dynamically load tools from Erpnext and many other apps based on the task at hand, all through a single MCP endpoint.

Can I use Tool Router MCP with VS Code?

Yes, you can. VS Code fully supports MCP integration. You get structured tool calling, message history handling, and model orchestration while Tool Router takes care of discovering and serving the right Erpnext tools.

Can I manage the permissions and scopes for Erpnext while using Tool Router?

Yes, absolutely. You can configure which Erpnext scopes and actions are allowed when connecting your account to Composio. You can also bring your own OAuth credentials or API configuration so you keep full control over what the agent can do.

How safe is my data with Composio Tool Router?

All sensitive data such as tokens, keys, and configuration is fully encrypted at rest and in transit. Composio is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant and follows strict security practices so your Erpnext data and credentials are handled as safely as possible.

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