What is a Deferred Order?
A deferred order is an order that has already shipped, but the marketplace hasn’t posted the sale yet. This is common on platforms like Amazon, which often delay recognizing revenue by a few days after the item ships.
What the Report Shows:
All shipped orders not yet posted by the marketplace
Sales that are in the “gap” between shipment and recognition
Marketplace breakdowns (e.g., Amazon, Walmart)
Note: No fees will appear on this report, because fees are only recognized once the order is posted by the marketplace.
This report gives you visibility into inventory that’s already gone out the door, but hasn't yet shown up in your financials. It's a great tool for understanding what revenue is “in transit” and helps with cash flow forecasting.
🔍 What’s the Difference Between Deferred and Unpaid Orders?
Here’s a simple breakdown of how these two reports differ:
🔍 What’s the Difference Between Deferred and Unpaid Orders?
Report | What It Tracks | Example |
Deferred Orders | Orders that have shipped but haven’t been posted by the marketplace | An Amazon order was fulfilled and shipped yesterday, but won’t post until a few days later. |
Unpaid Orders | Orders that are not yet posted, regardless of shipping status | An order that hasn’t been posted yet, whether it’s still processing, hasn’t shipped, or is deferred. |