How To: Create a Parent SCS Stock Item
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Introduction
Before creating SCS (Stock Code Selector) child items, you must first create a non-stock controlled parent item.
The parent item acts as the template for all child items. Many of the settings configured on the parent item are automatically inherited by the child items when they are created, helping to maintain consistency and reduce setup time.
This article explains how to create the parent item and configure the recommended default values.
Create the Parent Stock Item
- Open a Stock screen. (Show me how)
- Press Ctrl + N or click New.
- Enter the required information in the General section of the Stock Detail Properties Tab:
Stock Code
Enter the reference code for the stock item.Note: Khaos Control automatically removes any spaces entered at the beginning or end of the Stock Code when the record is saved.Description
Enter a meaningful description for the stock item.Stock Type
Select the appropriate Level 2 Stock Type used to categorise the item.
Configure Optional Default Values
Although not mandatory, it is recommended that you review and populate the following fields. These values are inherited by child SCS items when they are created, although they can be changed later if required.
Pricing Settings
Within the Pricing section of the Stock Detail Properties Tab, review the following fields:
| Field | Default Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Buy Price | 0 | The cost price of the item from the supplier. |
| Sell Price | 0 | The selling price of the item. |
| Sale Limit | 0 | The maximum permitted sale value, if applicable. |
| Stock Value | 0 | Used when calculating Cost of Sales (COS). |
| Tax Portion | 100% | The taxable proportion of the item value. |
Stock Control and Other Settings
Within the Stock Control / Other section of the Stock Detail Properties Tab, review the following:
| Field | Default Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Safe Level | 0 | Safe stock level used for reordering. |
| Min Level | 0 | Minimum stock level used for reordering. |
| Lead Time (d) | 1 | Supplier lead time in days. |
| Reorder (q) | 1 | Default reorder quantity. |
| Avg. Weight | 0 | The average weight per item. |
| Min Reorder (q) | 0 | Minimum reorder quantity. |
| Reorder Multiple | 0 | Quantity multiple used when reordering. |
| Picking Order | 000 | Picking sequence value. |
| Reorder Period (d) | 0 | Advanced Reordering setting. |
| Buffer Level (d) | 0 | Used in Advanced Reordering calculations. |
| Reorder Point (d) | 0 | Used in Advanced Reordering calculations. |
Options Settings
Within the Stock Detail Options Tab, review:
| Field | Default Value |
|---|---|
| Automatic Quality Check | Ticked |
| Publish on Web | Ticked |
Accounting Settings
Within the Stock Detail Accounting Tab, review:
| Field | Default Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Base Tax Rate | Inherited from the selected Stock Type | Used to calculate VAT on purchases and sales. |
Make the Parent Item Non-Stock Controlled
- Return to the Stock Detail Options Tab.
- Untick Stock Controlled.
- When the Are You Sure? confirmation message appears, click Yes.
- When the warning or information message appears, click Yes again to confirm.
- Save the stock record.
Khaos Control creates and saves the non-stock controlled parent item.
What Happens Next?
Once the parent item has been created:
- It can be used to create SCS child items.
- Child items inherit many of the parent's settings.
- Individual child items can be edited where different values are required.
- Maintaining common settings on the parent item helps keep SCS product ranges consistent.
Additional Information
Using a well-configured parent item can significantly reduce the amount of maintenance required when creating and managing SCS child items. Taking time to review default pricing, stock control and tax settings before creating child items can help avoid unnecessary changes later.