How to Override a Model Method in a Custom Odoo Module?
Overriding a model method in Odoo is a common practice when customizing functionality to suit specific business workflows. Whether you’re working with in-house developers or collaborating with Odoo Partners Australia, understanding how to safely override methods is essential for maintaining clean and scalable code.
To override a method, inherit the model and redefine the method you want to customize. Here's a basic example:
python
from odoo import models
class CustomSaleOrder(models.Model):
inherit = 'sale.order'
def actionconfirm(self):
res = super(CustomSaleOrder, self).action_confirm()
# Add your custom logic here
self.message_post(body="Sale Order Confirmed with Custom Logic") return res
Always call super() to preserve original behavior unless you have a reason to replace it completely.
This approach ensures your customizations integrate smoothly with future Odoo updates — a best practice followed by top Odoo Partners in Australia to keep ERP solutions robust and upgrade-friendly.
✅ Pro Tip: Only override methods when necessary, and document changes clearly.