Master pack quantity (MPQ)

May 26, 2005 2 Replies
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I need a little clarification on when to and not to use Master pack quantity (MPQ).



Some items, like chain oil I order a box of 12 when ordering, so I think that using MPQ of 12 makes sense there.



I have inventory items however that seem different though. For instance, a box of bulk bike chains. The distributor considers this ONE ITEM and it has a cost that reflects the 25 unpackaged chains inside -- I order ONE of these items to get 25 chains.



Do I use MPQ in this instance? I wouldn't think so.



How should I treat inventory items that I buy ONE of, but sell its components individually?



I guess this example could go for a bulk roll of cable HOUSING too. Yes? No?



Thanks for your help.


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You have the right idea on MPQ.

For Case Purchasing you can use Parent/Child relationships - check the on-line help and post back if you still need help. I think Parent/Child would also work for the bulk roll item as well.

There's an item property on the Options Tab called "May not be placed on Purchase Order" - you should set this on the child items (the ones you sell but never order) to keep them from showing up on auto generated POs.

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