Creates a new inventory item (product/master record). New items start with 0 on-hand by design. On-hand quantities are updated only through movements (Receiving/Issuing), ensuring clean auditability.
How to open
From Getting started → Add items, or
From Inventory screens (create item), or from movement item selection when you need to add a missing item.
Fields
Name: Item name displayed across the system.
SKU: Internal stock-keeping unit (alphanumeric).
Includes an optional generator button (magic-wand icon) to auto-generate an SKU.
Barcode: Numeric barcode value (numbers only).
Includes an optional generator button for quick creation (if supported in your build).
Category: Assign a category (recommended).
Unit: Unit of measure (e.g., box, pcs, kg), used in movements and reporting.
Reorder point: Minimum threshold that triggers low-stock status/alerts (set using - / +).
Photo (optional): Upload an item image for better recognition and label printing (where applicable).
Actions
Save: Creates the item.
Close (X): Dismiss without saving.
Typical scenario (recommended first item)
Enter Name (clear and searchable).
Set SKU (manual or generated).
Add Barcode if you scan items in-store/warehouse.
Choose Category and Unit.
Set a Reorder point (based on expected safety stock).
Upload a Photo (optional).
Click Save.
Record an inbound movement (Receiving) to add stock quantity.
Notes & best practices
Keep SKU stable; changing it later can confuse physical workflows and labeling.
Use barcodes whenever possible if you plan to use scanning at receiving/issuing.
Reorder point is a threshold, not a purchase order quantity; it’s meant to flag “low stock” early.
Troubleshooting (common validations)
Barcode “numbers only”: remove spaces/letters/symbols.
Missing required fields: typically Name (and possibly SKU depending on your configuration).