Overview:
Shipping costs can now be added directly to transfer orders in Luminous. This shipping cost automatically carries over to associated documents, including the resulting purchase order, sales order, and receiving report. This guide explains how to apply a shipping cost and where to see it reflected.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Create a New Transfer Order
Navigate to Inventory > Transfer Orders.
Click Add New Transfer Order.
Fill in the standard transfer order details (source and destination, etc.).
Select the products to transfer and enter the quantities.
2. Add a Shipping Cost
Scroll to the Shipping Cost field.
Enter the desired shipping cost (e.g., $50).
The total amount will update automatically to reflect this cost.
3. Save and Post the Transfer Order
Click Save.
Mark the transfer order as Posted to generate related documents.
Where to See the Shipping Cost Reflected
In the Resulting Sales Order
Click into the linked Sales Order (e.g., TEST-10).
The shipping cost appears as a separate line item along with product costs.
In the Purchase Order
Go to Purchasing > All Incoming to find the generated Purchase Order.
Click into the PO to see the shipping cost included—no manual input needed.
In the Receiving Report
Go to Receiving > Create Receiving Report.
Search and select the associated PO.
The shipping cost auto-fills as expected, just like with standard shipments.
Common Questions
Does the shipping cost impact accounting totals?
Yes, it’s included in the total cost calculation across all related documents.
Can shipping costs be edited after posting the transfer order?
No, shipping costs must be added before posting. Edit the transfer order if adjustments are needed.
Need more help?
Contact the support team via chat or email for further assistance.