Production
Production entries record the actual finished goods you have produced. Each entry is linked to a work order and updates stock: raw materials are consumed and finished goods are added to the warehouse.
What are Production Entries?
Production entries capture the output of your manufacturing process. When you complete a batch (or part of a batch), you create a production entry. The system uses the work order's BOM to deduct the correct raw material quantities and add the finished goods to stock.
How to Record Production
Production Form Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Work Order Required | The work order this production is for. Must be In Progress. |
| Quantity Produced Required | Number of finished units produced in this entry. |
| Date Required | Date of production. |
| Warehouse Required | Warehouse where finished goods are added. Usually matches the work order warehouse. |
| Notes Optional | Additional notes (e.g., batch reference, shift). |
Production List Grid
How Production Updates Stock
When you save a production entry:
- Raw materials out — Quantities are deducted from the warehouse based on the BOM. For example, producing 5 units with a BOM that needs 2 units of Component A per finished unit deducts 10 units of Component A.
- Finished goods in — The quantity produced is added to the finished item's stock in the selected warehouse.
How Production Links to Work Orders
Each production entry is tied to a work order. The work order tracks total quantity produced. When the sum of all production entries equals the work order quantity, you can mark the work order as Completed. You can record multiple production entries for one work order (e.g., partial batches on different days).