Commodity Type Configuration Guide
Inventory Module – Settings
Overview
The Commodity Type setting allows organizations to classify and categorize their items efficiently. These classifications are displayed in the Commodity Type combobox on the Add/Edit Item page, enabling better organization, filtering, and reporting of inventory data.
Using Commodity Types ensures that your inventory is structured, searchable, and easier to manage across multiple product categories.
Accessing Commodity Type Settings
1. Navigate to the left sidebar menu.
2. Select Inventory.
3. Go to Settings.
4. Click on the Commodity Type menu.
From this page, users can Add, Edit, or Delete Commodity Types.
1. Add New Commodity Type
To add a new commodity type to your organization:
Step 1:
Go to Settings under the Inventory module from the left sidebar.
Step 2:
Select Commodity Type menu → Click on “Add Commodity Type” button.
Step 3:
Fill in the following details in the Add Commodity Type form:
| Field | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Commodity Type Code | A unique identifier for the commodity type. | CT-001 |
| Commodity Type Name | The descriptive name of the commodity type. | Electronics |
| Order | Determines the display order in the combobox. Types with smaller numbers appear first. | 1 |
| Display | If checked, the commodity type will be visible in the combobox. If unchecked, it will not be displayed. | ✔ Display |
| Note | Additional notes or remarks regarding the commodity type. | “Used for all electronic products.” |
👉 Tip: Use meaningful codes and names for easier identification.
Step 4:
Click the Save button to finalize the creation of the new commodity type.
Once saved, the new Commodity Type will be available in:
Items menu → Add/Edit Item form → Commodity Type combobox.
2. Edit Existing Commodity Type
If you need to modify a commodity type’s information:
Step 1:
Go to Settings under Inventory module from the left sidebar.
Step 2:
Select Commodity Type menu → Hover over the commodity type you want to edit → Click Edit.
Step 3:
Make the necessary changes to:
– Commodity Type Code
– Commodity Type Name
– Order
– Display Option
– Note
Step 4:
Click Save to update the information.
📝 Note: Edited commodity types will be updated immediately in the combobox of the Add/Edit Item form.
Note
Edited commodity types will be updated immediately in the combobox of the Add/Edit Item form.
3. Delete Commodity Type
If a commodity type is no longer in use or relevant, it can be deleted.
Step 1:
Go to Settings under Inventory module from the left sidebar.
Step 2:
Select Commodity Type menu → Hover over the commodity type to be removed → Click Delete.
Step 3:
Confirm the deletion in the pop-up window.
Tip
– Deleting a commodity type is permanent.
– Items previously associated with the deleted commodity type may require reassignment to another type.
