First, you need to understand the difference between a component and an end product. A component is that which makes up the end product (like toner). The component is not sold to the customer. The end product is sold to the customer. It is the finished product that leaves the store.
Most of the components and end products are already set up in the system. If you have to set up another end product or component (because the system needs to know the difference between the two in this module), then you would do so in 5.4.3. Simply, enter the part number, and tell the computer if it is an end product or a component.
The scenario for down counting custom made inventory is broken up in 2 phases, 1) Pull labels off the used components and place them in a box, 2) Enter them at the end of the week into the computer to down count inventory.
First, you need to go into 5.4.3 (Setup End products and Components) and enter in any components which are not in the system. Enter the part number, and then the custom type (a component or end product) and then the custom code (custom codes are those codes placed on the part which identify it with a certain group – like ICI finishes, Acrylic Enamel, Deltron, or the like).
Next, you will go into 5.4.5 from the Main Menu. This is where your components will be entered. Component Entry (field#2) is where you enter your labels for the components that you used and want to downcount. Enter them in and save it then proof it (field#3) then post it (field#4). This will downcount your QOH.
