Approval Flows: Second manager does not receive the next email.

  • DMSHR2020
    Asked on March 9, 2021 at 1:03 PM

    I have set up several forms Using the Approval flows in the settings menu.


    They do not seem to be working is there a step I missed or is this not the correct way?

    Once the initial approval is completed the second manager does not receive the next email.


    Here is a link to one of the forms not working


    https://hipaa.jotform.com/DMSHR2020/SalaryChanges-Eric-Plasse

  • Mike_G JotForm Support
    Replied on March 9, 2021 at 9:51 PM

    I have tested the Approval Flow feature on my end and it appears to be working as expected. I checked the form you shared and from what I understand here's the same workflow you have constructed.

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    I have made some test submissions and the email intended for the second manager was sent as expected.

    When the form is submitted, the first manager will receive an email similar to what is shown in the image below.

    1615334829 60480dad4235a zt210309 184322 Screenshot 21

    And whether the first manager click Approve or Deny, they will be redirected to your form's Inbox page.

    1615334948 60480e24afcca zt210309 185917 Screenshot 32

    Based on the Approval Flow, if the first manager selected Approve,

    1615335080 60480ea8efac2 zt210309 190055 Screenshot 43the second manager's approval will remain pending and the second manager will receive an email.

    1615335225 60480f39207f2 zt210309 190108 Screenshot 54

    Again, whether the second manager click Approve or Deny, they will be redirected to your form's Inbox page.

    1615335341 60480fadd9baf zt210309 190408 Screenshot 65

    If both managers completed the approval process, the submission will be moved from the Pending Approvals tab to the Completed Approvals tab.

    1615335389 60480fdd555c3 zt210309 190258 Screenshot 76

    May I suggest that you try using a different email address for the second approval process, please?

    If the issue persists, please do not hesitate to contact us again anytime and we will be glad to help you further.