System Values Auto build
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Overview
The Auto Build Items setting controls whether Khaos Control automatically builds parent stock items when they are sold, provided there is sufficient component or child stock available.
Default setting: Unticked
This option is particularly useful for businesses that sell assembled or built products and want Khaos Control to create them automatically as part of the sales order process.
How Auto Build Works
When a build parent item is sold, Khaos Control checks whether enough component stock is available to create the required quantity.
Depending on your configuration, the system can either:
- Automatically build the required stock.
- Require users to build stock manually before the order can be fulfilled.
When the Option is Enabled
When Auto Build Items is ticked:
- Khaos Control automatically builds the quantity required to fulfil the sales order.
- The system can also build additional stock to hold in inventory.
- The extra quantity is determined by the value entered in the field next to the setting.
For example:
- A sales order requires 5 units of a build item.
- The Auto Build buffer is set to 2.
- Khaos Control will build a total of 7 units.
- 5 units to fulfil the order.
- 2 units to remain in stock.
What Happens if Components Are Unavailable?
If there is insufficient component stock to complete the build:
- Khaos Control displays a warning message.
- The user is informed that additional parent items cannot be built automatically.
When the Option is Disabled
When Auto Build Items is unticked:
- No automatic builds are performed.
- Users must manually build parent items before they can be supplied.
Manual builds are completed from the Build Relationship section of the Stock Relationship tab.
Important Notes
Warehouse-Controlled Systems
If your system uses Warehouse Control and Auto Build Items is enabled:
- A pick ticket must be printed.
- This ensures stock is assigned from a valid warehouse location.
- It also helps maintain accurate stock allocation and traceability.
Imported Sales Orders
Auto Build functionality is not limited to manually created orders.
When enabled:
- Imported sales orders are also processed using Auto Build rules.
- Build parent items can be created automatically during order import, provided sufficient component stock is available.
Best Practice
Consider enabling Auto Build Items if:
- You regularly sell assembled products.
- Parent items are built from stocked components.
- You want to reduce manual stock-building tasks.
Consider leaving the option disabled if:
- Builds require inspection or approval before completion.
- Products are assembled on demand by warehouse staff.
- You prefer manual control over all build operations.
Using Auto Build correctly can help streamline order processing, reduce manual administration and ensure build stock is available when customers place orders.