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TrueAuto: Adding a Trading Partner Part
TrueAuto: Adding a Trading Partner Part

Review the step-by-step guidance provided in this article on adding a Trading Partner part in TrueAuto.

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Written by TrueAuto Support
Updated over a month ago

Product: TrueAuto platform

New part numbers are automatically added to TrueAuto during Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) processing. However, it is important to add any additional relevant information about the part. Trading Partners do not always send every detail about a part on demand schedules; therefore, you must identify any missing details and set defaults to help you automate paperwork and EDI.

This article will guide you through the steps to add a Trading Partner Part in TrueAuto, ensuring that you can efficiently manage your inventory and maintain smooth operations.

What is the purpose of manually adding a Part Number?

The process of manually adding a Trading Part Number serves the important purpose of meeting users' specific needs and demands by providing a unique identifier for each product or component in TrueAuto. This precise identification facilitates accurate ordering, efficient inventory management, and clear communication between buyers and sellers. By incorporating part numbers, users can easily reference and procure the exact items they require, minimizing errors and ensuring that all parties involved are aligned, thus streamlining operations and enhancing overall efficiency.

Step-by-step instructions on creating a Trading Partner Part

  1. From the Settings menu, click Trading Partner Parts.

  2. On the Trading Partner Parts page, click New.

  3. Fill out the details of the new part under the GENERAL tab. Use the Field Definitions included in the table provided.

  4. Scroll down to the Barcode Defaults section, then follow these steps:

    • Select the label template in the Container drop-down list.

    • Select the label template in the Master drop-down list.

    • Select the label template in the Mixed drop-down list.

  5. When you are finished, click Save.

    The selected templates will be applied to the label printing job.

TIP: For the priority level, refer to the TrueAuto User Guide > Basics > Priority Logic for Label Template Selection section.

Field

Definition

Trading Partner

The code defining the Trading Partner in TrueAuto.

Supplier Code

Your Supplier Code assigned by the Trading Partner.

Part Number

The Trading Partner’s part number.

Part Type

Unique codes assigned to each type of item.

Supplier Part

The internal part number or Stock Keeping Unit (SKU).


NOTE: In the event you cannot find the preferred item in the Supplier Part drop-down list, first add the Supplier Part under Settings > Internal Parts.

Part UOM

The Unit of Measure for the part.

Description

The description for the part.

Origin Country

The country of origin for the part.

Unit Weight

Weight of an individual piece.

Wt/Pack

(QPP x Unit Weight) + Weight of Container. If blank, Gross, Net and Tare Weights will be calculated via the Container Record.

Unit Price

Price of an individual piece.

Qty/Pack

Quantity filling one container.

Qty/Master

Parts in a master (pallet). Used for label printing and shipping weight calculations.

Print Master - Set TrueAuto to automatically print a master label when a container print job meets the quantity in exactly one or more master containers.

o Example 1: Quantity per master = 180, Quantity Per Pack = 60, 360 pcs worth of labels printed, 360/180=2. 2 Master Labels will automatically print.

o Example 2: Quantity per master = 180, Quantity Per Pack = 60, 300 pcs worth of labels printed, 300/180=1.67, 0 Master Labels will automatically print.

Package Code

Unique codes assigned to the packaging of the part.

Returnable Ctn

The standard Returnable Container type for this part (must match a record in the Container file).

Last Printed

The last time this label was printed.

Labels/Box

Number of labels to print per container (usually 2).

Remove Part Dashes

Removes dashes from the part numbers on the label.

Remove Serial Dashes

Removes dashes from the serial numbers on the label.


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