Lots and packages
Lots
A lot (batch/serial) is used for traceability.
If lot accounting is enabled:
- a lot can be specified in receipts;
- a lot can be required in shipments;
- stock reports can be built with a lot breakdown.
Packages
A package is used to account for goods in containers/packaging units.
If package accounting is enabled:
- you can account for package contents;
- you can link a package to a lot;
- you can perform transfer/shipment operations using packages.