System Data SCS Element Preset
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SCS Element Preset
Introduction
The SCS Element Preset screen allows you to define standard element names that can be used when creating Size, Colour and Style (SCS) items.
Using predefined elements helps ensure consistency when setting up SCS products and prevents users from entering unexpected values.
Once element captions have been created, they can be linked to approved stock code values and descriptions in the [ System Data | SCS Element Stock Preset ] screen.
These values can then be selected when creating or maintaining SCS items.
Prerequisite
Before SCS Element Presets can be used, Restrict SCS Element Values must be enabled in:
If this option is not enabled, the SCS Element Preset screen will not be available.
How SCS Element Presets Work
The setup process consists of two stages:
- Create the element captions in the SCS Element Preset screen.
- Define the permitted stock codes and descriptions in the [ System Data | SCS Element Stock Preset ] screen.
For example:
| Element Caption | Stock Code | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Size | S, M, 12, 14, 42, 46, 1L, 5Ltr | Small, Medium, 12, 14, 42, 46, 1 litre, 5 litres |
| Colour | BLK, BLU, PUR, PK | Black, Blue, Purple, Pink |
| Style | Da, Z, Mi | Daisy, Zipped, Mini |
| Type | FT, HD, C, P, V | Feet, Hands, Cream, Powder, Vinyl |
| Qty | 20, 50, 100 | 20, 50, 100 |
Once configured, the predefined values become available in the SCS dialog.
For further guidance, see:
SCS Element Preset Grid
Element Caption
Enter the name of the element that will appear within the element grids of the SCS dialog.
Typical examples include:
- Size
- Colour
- Style
- Width
- Length
- Pack Size
- Type
- Quantity
Choose clear and meaningful captions that reflect how your products are configured.
SCS Element Preset Context Menu
Apply Value Range
Use Apply Value Range to apply the same value to all selected records within the current column.
Clear Selection
Removes the selection from the currently highlighted row or rows.
Additional Information
Using SCS Element Presets provides greater control over product configuration and helps maintain consistency across your stock records.
Benefits include:
- Standardised SCS values across the business.
- Reduced data entry errors.
- Faster setup of SCS products.
- Improved reporting and searching.
- Consistent stock code generation.
For best results, define your element captions before creating SCS products and maintain a clear, organised structure for element values.