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Creating a Chain Unit of Measure

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Flexibility and efficiency are among the goals of "Edara" for business operations. The ability to create a chain of units of measure is one of the features that achieve that.

Learn how to implement this process below.

Creating a chain unit of measure

A chain unit of measure is a group of related units of measure, The units of measure are assigned to a main unit of measure at the chain level, and then the items are linked to a chain of units of measure.

You can create this type of unit of measure by following these steps:

  • Go to the warehouse module
  • Open "Unit of measures"
  • Choose "Chains"

Note: When selecting a unit of measure chain, a message will appear to warn you that it is not possible to change the type of units of measure once a transaction related to this choice has been created.

Creating a chain unit of measure — Choose "Chains"
  • Click "New"
  • Enter the name of the chain
  • Click on the (+) sign to add a unit of measure
  • Enter the details for each unit (name and ratio)
  • Specify the main unit for the chains and the ratios to it

Note: It is preferred that the ratio of the main unit be one and for the main unit to be the smallest unit in the units of measure.

  • Click "Save"
Creating a chain unit of measure — Click "Save"

If you encounter any challenges or have questions during these processes, you can contact our technical support team, who are ready to assist you at any time.