Step 1: Configure Alternate SKU in Inventory
Alternate SKU Go to Inventory > SKUs and ensure the alternate SKU is configure for Carton level.
Please refer to this article for UOM Management
Carton Barcodes: Add Carton-level alternate barcodes. These will register as 1 unit per scan.
All barcode configurations support bidirectional syncing between SKU Shipping Settings and Carton Package Settings.
đĄ Only SKUs with properly configured barcode data will scan successfully.
Step 2: Start a New Receiving Report
Navigate to the Receiving section.
Select the Purchase Order or Inbound Shipment.
Scan to Receive: Enables barcode scanning to selectively add and track received quantities.
Step 3: Scan Items into the Report
Carton Barcodes: Each scan adds the correct unit quantity based on the defined "units per carton".
Individual Unit Barcodes: Adds 1 unit per scan.
Converted Quantity: All scanned quantities are automatically converted to the PO or shipment's unit of measure (UOM).
Scanned items appear in the receiving report with:
SKU
Quantity received (calculated from scans)
Indicator showing if quantity was scanned or entered manually
*All scanned quantities are editable before final submission.
Error Handling
If a scanned barcode doesnât match any item on the selected PO/shipment, a popup message will alert:
â"Item not found on PO/Shipment."
âFrequently Asked Questions
Can I mix manual and scanned entries in one report?
Yes. All quantities can be manually edited or adjusted after scanning.
Does this feature support multiple UOMs?
Yes. All quantities are automatically converted to match the PO/shipment unit.
What happens if I scan a barcode not linked to a SKU?
Youâll see an error popup stating the item isnât found on the selected PO/shipment.
Are partial cartons supported?
Currently, carton scanning adds full carton quantities only. Use manual entry to adjust for partial cartons.