What is Location Object?
The Location Object represents any designated physical or virtual space used for storing inventory.
These locations can be as broad as entire warehouses or as specific as individual shelves, allowing businesses to track the precise placement of items within their inventory system.
The Location Object helps in organizing and managing inventory efficiently by assigning items, parts, or materials to their respective storage areas.
Key Data of Location Object
Each Location Object in Sanka contains specific data fields that define its attributes and how it interacts with the overall inventory system.
This data helps businesses manage their storage facilities and track the location of items accurately.
Key Data Fields:
- Location ID: A unique identifier for the location. It ensures that each storage area can be distinctly recognized in the system.
- Location Name: The name or label assigned to the location (combination of warehouse, floor, zone, aisle, rack, shelf, and bin). This helps in quickly identifying and locating the storage area.
- Warehouse: If the location belongs to a larger storage facility, the warehouse field indicates which warehouse the location is a part of.
- Floor/Zone/Aisle/Rack/Shelf/Bin: Divides the warehouse or location into smaller, manageable areas or sections.
Related Objects that Use the Location Object in Sanka
The Location Object plays a crucial role in various parts of the Sanka system.
It is utilized by several other objects that rely on precise location data to ensure smooth and accurate inventory operations.
1. Inventory Object:
The Inventory Object uses the Location Object to assign specific locations to each item in stock.
This ensures that every inventory item is linked to a particular location, allowing for accurate stock tracking and location-based inventory management.
2. Inventory Transactions:
Inventory Transactions track the movement of stock between locations.
Every transaction, whether it's an inbound receipt, an outbound shipment, or an internal stock transfer, records the locations involved, ensuring real-time updates to stock levels.
Each transaction logs the location from where the inventory is moved (source) and where it is being transferred (destination).
By understanding and utilizing the Location Object in Sanka, businesses can organize and manage their inventory more effectively, ensuring smooth stock movements and real-time visibility across storage locations.
To learn more about setting up and managing the Location Object in Sanka, check this guide.
