Which Odoo versions are supported?

This server uses the JSON-RPC protocol, which is compatible with Odoo 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18. Both Odoo Community and Enterprise editions are supported.

Does it work with Odoo.com (SaaS)?

Yes! Works with both Odoo.com hosted instances and self-hosted Odoo servers. Just provide your instance URL and API key.

How do I generate an API Key?

Go to Settings → Users → select your user → API Keys tab → New API Key. Give it a descriptive name and copy the generated key.

Odoo Accounting MCP Server for CrewAI 7 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

Name: Odoo Accounting
Availability: InStock
Author: Vinkius

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Connect your CrewAI agents to Odoo Accounting through the Vinkius — pass the Edge URL in the `mcps` parameter and every Odoo Accounting tool is auto-discovered at runtime. No credentials to manage, no infrastructure to maintain.

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python

from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew

agent = Agent(
    role="Odoo Accounting Specialist",
    goal="Help users interact with Odoo Accounting effectively",
    backstory=(
        "You are an expert at leveraging Odoo Accounting tools "
        "for automation and data analysis."
    ),
    # Your Vinkius token — get it at cloud.vinkius.com
    mcps=["https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"],
)

task = Task(
    description=(
        "Explore all available tools in Odoo Accounting "
        "and summarize their capabilities."
    ),
    agent=agent,
    expected_output=(
        "A detailed summary of 7 available tools "
        "and what they can do."
    ),
)

crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task])
result = crew.kickoff()
print(result)

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About Odoo Accounting MCP Server

Connect Odoo ERP to any AI agent — manage your entire business without switching tabs.

When paired with CrewAI, Odoo Accounting becomes a first-class tool in your multi-agent workflows. Each agent in the crew can call Odoo Accounting tools autonomously — one agent queries data, another analyzes results, a third compiles reports — all orchestrated through the Vinkius with zero configuration overhead.

What you can do

CRM — Search and create leads, track opportunities through your pipeline
Contacts — Find individual contacts and companies, create new partners
Sales — List and manage sales orders with full order details
Notes — Add comments and notes to any record in your Odoo instance

The Odoo Accounting MCP Server exposes 7 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to CrewAI in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect Odoo Accounting to CrewAI via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Odoo Accounting MCP Server with CrewAI.

Install CrewAI

Run pip install crewai

Replace the token

Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token from cloud.vinkius.com

Customize the agent

Adjust the role, goal, and backstory to fit your use case

Run the crew

Run python crew.py — CrewAI auto-discovers 7 tools from Odoo Accounting

Why Use CrewAI with the Odoo Accounting MCP Server

CrewAI Multi-Agent Orchestration Framework provides unique advantages when paired with Odoo Accounting through the Model Context Protocol.

Multi-agent collaboration lets you decompose complex workflows into specialized roles — one agent researches, another analyzes, a third generates reports — each with access to MCP tools

CrewAI's native MCP integration requires zero adapter code: pass the Vinkius Edge URL directly in the `mcps` parameter and agents auto-discover every available tool at runtime

Built-in task delegation and shared memory mean agents can pass context between steps without manual state management, enabling multi-hop reasoning across tool calls

Sequential and hierarchical crew patterns map naturally to real-world workflows: enumerate subdomains → analyze DNS history → check WHOIS records → compile findings into actionable reports

Odoo Accounting + CrewAI Use Cases

Practical scenarios where CrewAI combined with the Odoo Accounting MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Automated multi-step research: a reconnaissance agent queries Odoo Accounting for raw data, then a second analyst agent cross-references findings and flags anomalies — all without human handoff

Scheduled intelligence reports: set up a crew that periodically queries Odoo Accounting, analyzes trends over time, and generates executive briefings in markdown or PDF format

Multi-source enrichment pipelines: chain Odoo Accounting tools with other MCP servers in the same crew, letting agents correlate data across multiple providers in a single workflow

Compliance and audit automation: a compliance agent queries Odoo Accounting against predefined policy rules, generates deviation reports, and routes findings to the appropriate team

Odoo Accounting MCP Tools for CrewAI (7)

These 7 tools become available when you connect Odoo Accounting to CrewAI via MCP:

odoo_list_accounts

account records ordered by code — the full General Ledger account structure. Returns account code + name (e.g., "1100 - Accounts Receivable"), account type (asset_receivable, liability_payable, income, expense, etc.), and whether the account supports reconciliation. Use when the user asks about the GL structure, needs an account code, or wants to understand the financial reporting hierarchy. List the Chart of Accounts in Odoo showing account codes, names, types, and reconciliation settings

odoo_list_bills

move records of type "in_invoice" (vendor bills). Returns bill number, vendor name, state, payment status, total amount, remaining balance, journal, and bill date. Use when the user asks about accounts payable, unpaid vendor bills, supplier invoices, or outstanding amounts owed to vendors. List vendor bills (supplier invoices) in Odoo with amounts owed, payment status, and due dates

odoo_list_invoices

move records of type "out_invoice" (customer invoices). Returns invoice number, customer name, state (draft/posted/cancel), payment status (not_paid/in_payment/paid), total amount, residual (remaining balance), journal, reference, and invoice date. Use when the user asks about outstanding invoices, accounts receivable, billing history, or unpaid customer balances. List customer invoices in Odoo with amounts, payment status, journal, and due dates

odoo_list_journal_entries

move records of type "entry" — these are manual accounting entries, not invoices or bills. Returns entry number, partner (if any), state (draft/posted), total, journal, reference, and date. Use when the user asks about accounting adjustments, depreciation entries, accruals, or manual GL postings. List manual journal entries (accounting adjustments) in Odoo with amounts, journals, and posting dates

odoo_list_journals

journal records — the logical groupings for accounting entries. Returns journal name, type (sale/purchase/bank/cash/general), short code, and currency. Use when the user asks about available journals, needs journal codes for entries, or wants to understand the accounting structure. List all accounting journals (Sales, Purchase, Bank, Cash, Miscellaneous) configured in Odoo

odoo_list_payments

payment records ordered by date. Returns payment reference, partner, state (draft/posted/sent/reconciled/cancelled), amount, journal (bank/cash), payment type (inbound=customer payment, outbound=vendor payment), and date. Use when the user asks about recent payments, cash flow activity, bank transactions, or payment reconciliation status. List payment transactions in Odoo showing amounts, payment method, type (inbound/outbound), and reconciliation status

odoo_list_taxes

tax records. Returns tax name, percentage amount, usage scope (sale/purchase/none), and active status. Use when the user asks about applicable tax rates, VAT/GST configurations, or needs to verify tax setups for invoicing. List all tax configurations in Odoo showing tax name, rate, and whether it applies to sales or purchases

Example Prompts for Odoo Accounting in CrewAI

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your CrewAI agent to start working with Odoo Accounting immediately.

"Search for leads from the website"

"Show recent sales orders"

Troubleshooting Odoo Accounting MCP Server with CrewAI

Common issues when connecting Odoo Accounting to CrewAI through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

MCP tools not discovered

Ensure the Edge URL is correct. CrewAI connects lazily when the crew starts — check console output.

Agent not using tools

Make the task description specific. Instead of "do something", say "Use the available tools to list contacts".

Timeout errors

CrewAI has a 10s connection timeout by default. Ensure your network can reach the Edge URL.

Rate limiting or 429 errors

The Vinkius enforces per-token rate limits. Check your subscription tier and request quota in the dashboard. Upgrade if you need higher throughput.

Odoo Accounting + CrewAI FAQ

Common questions about integrating Odoo Accounting MCP Server with CrewAI.

How does CrewAI discover and connect to MCP tools?

CrewAI connects to MCP servers lazily — when the crew starts, each agent resolves its MCP URLs and fetches the tool catalog via the standard tools/list method. This means tools are always fresh and reflect the server's current capabilities. No tool schemas need to be hardcoded.

Can different agents in the same crew use different MCP servers?

Yes. Each agent has its own mcps list, so you can assign specific servers to specific roles. For example, a reconnaissance agent might use a domain intelligence server while an analysis agent uses a vulnerability database server.

What happens when an MCP tool call fails during a crew run?

CrewAI wraps tool failures as context for the agent. The LLM receives the error message and can decide to retry with different parameters, fall back to a different tool, or mark the task as partially complete. This resilience is critical for production workflows.

Can CrewAI agents call multiple MCP tools in parallel?

CrewAI agents execute tool calls sequentially within a single reasoning step. However, you can run multiple agents in parallel using process=Process.parallel, each calling different MCP tools concurrently. This is ideal for workflows where separate data sources need to be queried simultaneously.

Can I run CrewAI crews on a schedule (cron)?

Yes. CrewAI crews are standard Python scripts, so you can invoke them via cron, Airflow, Celery, or any task scheduler. The crew.kickoff() method runs synchronously by default, making it straightforward to integrate into existing pipelines.