Purpose
In the Work Order Detail page, the Add Inventory by SKU Input feature allows users to efficiently add inventory as input to a work order using SKU.
What can you do with it?
The Add Inventory by SKU Input feature enables users to effectively manage and allocate inventory to work orders by specifying SKU, ensuring materials are utilized accurately and traceably. This tool provides a streamlined process to ensure inventory associated with work orders aligns with production needs.
How is it done?
Follow these steps to add inventory as input to a work order:
Select SKU:
Use the Data Select of SKUs field to choose the appropriate SKU.
This action sets the SKU of the input.
Choose Product and Vendor:
Use the Data Select of Products and Data Select of Vendors to specify the inventory product and vendor.
This sets the corresponding product and vendor details of the input.
Select Source Lot:
Choose the desired lot using Data Select of Active Lots.
Determines the active inventory lot to use.
Inventory ID Option:
If needed, enable the Checkbox to add the inventory ID data select option to the form.
This specifies particular inventory items from chosen lots.
Use Remaining Inventory:
Opt to use remaining inventory with the Checkbox.
Useful when you aim to consume all inventory in a selected lot.
Specify Quantity:
Enter the amount to be used in the Numeric Field without exceeding the available amount shown.
Confirms the amount of inventory consumed by the input.
Select Inventory Unit:
Use Data Select of Inventory Units associated with the inventory product.
Ensures accurate unit of measurements for inventory used.
Timestamp the Entry:
Backdate if necessary using the Date Picker; defaults to current date if left empty.
Must not precede the work order open date & time.
Important Considerations
Always ensure the input quantity does not exceed the amount available.
The timestamp cannot be backdated before the work order open date & time.
Best Practices
Regularly verify active lots to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Ensure the selected SKU matches the work order requirements to prevent discrepancies.
Update vendor and product selections periodically to reflect the latest inventory data.