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Do Not Allow Entry Without Box Number

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How to Make Box Number Entry Mandatory in Delivery Notes?

In this tutorial, we will learn how to restrict Delivery Note entries unless a Packing Box Number is assigned. This feature ensures that every scanned item is linked to a valid packing box, improving packing accuracy and shipment traceability.


Objective of This Feature

  • Make Packing Box Number mandatory during Delivery Note entry.

  • Ensure every scanned item is assigned to a packing box.

  • Improve packing accuracy and inventory tracking.

  • Prevent incomplete packing transactions.

  • Simplify shipment management and box-wise allocation.


Let's enable the Configuration

  • Open the Delivery Note Configuration window.

  • Navigate to the Other Settings section.

  • Locate and enable the option labeled as:

"Do Not Allow Entry Without Box Number"

  • Save the configuration.


Create a New Delivery Note

  • Initiate a New Delivery Note.

  • Select the Supplier.

  • Click Next.

  • Search for and select the required Purchase Order.

  • Click Refresh to retrieve the items.

Result

The Box Number field is now enabled and ready for entry.


Observe the Restriction

  • Skip the Box Number field.

  • Try scanning an Item Code directly.

Result

The software immediately restricts the transaction and displays an error message indicating that the Packing Box Number cannot be left blank.

This ensures that every scanned item is linked to a valid packing box before processing.


Assign Packing Box Numbers

  • Enter or scan the Packing Box Number.

  • Begin scanning the Item Codes.

Result

Each scanned item is automatically allocated to the specified packing box.

Repeat the same process for all remaining boxes:

  • Scan the Packing Box Number.

  • Scan the corresponding Item Codes.

  • Continue until all items have been assigned to their respective packing boxes.


Create and Manage Packing Boxes

To create new packing boxes:

  • Go to the Setup Module from the Main Menu.

  • Under Set Other Item Details, open Setup Packing Box Master.

Define the following details:

  • Box Prefix

  • Box Type

  • Box Dimensions

After entering the required information:

  • Click Generate Boxes.

  • Select the required Box Name.

  • Specify the number of boxes to generate.

  • Click Generate Boxes.

Finally, click Refresh to view the newly generated Packing Boxes, which are now available for use during Delivery Note entry.


Key Benefits

  • Makes Packing Box Number mandatory.

  • Ensures every item is assigned to a valid packing box.

  • Improves packing accuracy and shipment tracking.

  • Prevents incomplete packing records.

  • Simplifies box-wise inventory management.


Best Practice Tips

  • Generate Packing Boxes before creating Delivery Notes.

  • Always scan the Packing Box Number before scanning Item Codes.

  • Verify box assignments before saving the document.

  • Use meaningful box prefixes and dimensions for easier identification and warehouse management.


Final Outcome

After enabling Do Not Allow Entry Without Box Number, Logic ERP requires a valid Packing Box Number before any item can be scanned during Delivery Note entry. This ensures accurate box-wise item allocation, improves shipment traceability, and streamlines the packing process.

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