# Default Lot Number
**YouTube:** [How to Set a Default Lot Number in Purchase Orders?](https://youtu.be/8pXJGqcmO-I)
## How to Set a Default Lot Number in Purchase Orders?
This tutorial explains how to define a **Default Lot Number** in Purchase Orders in Logic ERP. This feature automatically assigns a predefined Lot Number to all items during Purchase Order entry, reducing manual effort and ensuring consistency.
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### **Objective of This Feature**
* Automatically assign a predefined Lot Number
* Reduce manual Lot Number entry
* Maintain consistency across Purchase Orders
* Improve speed and efficiency during item entry
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### **Access to Purchase Order Configuration**
* Open the **Purchase Order Configuration Window**
* Navigate to **Other Settings**
* Locate the option labeled as:
> **“Default Lot Number”**
* Enter the required Default Lot Number
**Functionality**
* Whatever Lot Number is defined here:
* Will be automatically picked in the Purchase Order for every Item
* Click **Save**
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### **Create a New Purchase Order**
**Transaction Process**
* Create a **New Purchase Order Entry**
* Select the **Supplier**
* Proceed to the **Item Details Section**
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#### **Verify Default Lot Number Functionality**
**Action**
* Enter an Item
* Skip the **Lot Number Field**
**System Behavior**
* The software automatically picks and transacts:
* The predefined Default Lot Number
**Additional Observation**
* The same Default Lot Number is automatically applied in all item rows
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### **Key Benefits**
* Faster Purchase Order entry
* Eliminates repetitive Lot Number typing
* Maintains consistency across transactions
* Reduces manual entry errors
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### B**est Practice Tips**
* Use meaningful and standardized Lot Numbers
* Review Default Lot Number settings periodically
* Change the default value whenever required for new procurement cycles
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### **Final Outcome**
* Default Lot Number is automatically assigned during Purchase Order entry
* Faster and more efficient item transaction process
* Reduced manual effort and improved consistency
* Better control over Lot Number management
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