ANS-0746 · INVENTORY & ITEM MANAGEMENT
How to Configure Bins Per Location in NetSuite with Advanced Bin Management?
Understand how NetSuite's Advanced Bin / Numbered Inventory Management feature enables granular bin configuration for individual locations.
Short answer
NetSuite's 'Advanced Bin / Numbered Inventory Management' feature allows for per-location bin configuration. When enabled, users can specify bin usage for each location by checking the 'Use Bins' box on the respective location record, providing greater flexibility than basic bin management.
Scenario
Organizations utilizing NetSuite's inventory management capabilities often need to configure bin settings differently across various locations. A common misconception is that bin management, once enabled, applies universally to all locations, limiting granular control over inventory storage practices.
Solution
The claim that NetSuite does not allow for per-location bin configuration is outdated when the 'Advanced Bin / Numbered Inventory Management' feature is enabled. While basic Bin Management still requires bins to be enabled for all locations if Multi-Location Inventory is used, the 'Advanced Bin / Numbered Inventory Management' feature provides enhanced flexibility.To configure bins on a per-location basis:
Ensure the 'Advanced Bin / Numbered Inventory Management' feature is enabled in your NetSuite account.
Navigate to the individual location record for which you want to configure bin usage.
On the location record, locate and check the 'Use Bins' box.This action allows for specific bin configuration for that particular location, independent of other locations.
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