The Add Raw Material page in BatchEdge is designed to help you efficiently add and manage raw materials used in your production process. This guide will walk you through each section of the page, explaining the purpose of each field and offering helpful tips so you can complete the form accurately and quickly.

1. Basic Raw Material Information

This section collects the core details about the raw material.

Name

• Field: Name
• What to Enter: The full name of the raw material (e.g., "Palm Oil").
• Tip: Use a clear and descriptive name. Hover over the info icon for guidance.

Code

• Field: Code
• What to Enter: A unique identifier for the raw material. This code is automatically generated (e.g., "RM-001") but you can edit it if needed.
• Tip: Ensure the code is unique to avoid confusion in reports and inventory tracking.

Category

• Field: Category
• What to Do: Select the appropriate category from the dropdown list.
• Tip: Categories help organize materials for easier filtering and reporting. Use the tooltip for more details.

Unit

• Field: Unit
• What to Do: Choose the purchase unit (e.g., Kilogram, Litre) from the dropdown.
• Tip: The selected unit is used in cost calculations and inventory tracking.

Rate per Unit

• Field: Rate per Unit
• What to Enter: The cost for one unit of the raw material (e.g., "10.00").
• Tip: This is the purchase cost for the material. Ensure accuracy as it impacts overall cost calculations.

2. Consumption Details (Bill of Materials)

This section is used if the unit in which the material is purchased differs from the unit in which it is consumed.

Consumption Unit Check

• Field: Consumption Unit Is Different (Checkbox)
• What to Do: Check this box if the consumption unit differs from the purchase unit.
• Tip: When checked, additional fields will appear to capture conversion details. Use the tooltip for a brief explanation.

Consumption Unit

• Field: Consumption Unit
• What to Do: If the checkbox is selected, choose the unit used during production (e.g., grams instead of kilograms).
• Tip: This allows the system to calculate costs correctly if the units differ.

Conversion Rate

• Field: Conversion Rate
• What to Enter: The number that converts the purchase unit to the consumption unit. For example, if 1 kg equals 1000 grams, enter "1000".
• Tip: This is required when the consumption unit differs from the purchase unit. The tooltip explains the calculation.

Rate per Consumption Unit

• Field: Rate per Consumption Unit
• What to Expect: This field is auto-calculated based on the rate per purchase unit and the conversion rate.
• Tip: Verify the value to ensure the cost is correctly reflected in your production calculations.

3. Inventory Settings

Set up your initial inventory details to help BatchEdge track your raw material stock levels.

Opening Stock

• Field: Opening Stock
• What to Enter: The initial quantity of the raw material that you currently have in stock (e.g., "100").
• Tip: Accurate opening stock helps in maintaining correct inventory levels. Check the tooltip for an example.

Alert Level

• Field: Alert Level
• What to Enter: The stock level at which you want to receive a notification to reorder the material (e.g., "50").
• Tip: This helps in proactive inventory management. The tooltip provides guidance.

4. Saving Your Raw Material

Once you have filled out all the fields, review your entries carefully. Then:

• Submit: Click the "Submit" button to save the new raw material in the system.
• Back: If you wish to cancel or return to the listing page, click the "Back" button.

Additional Tips

• Tooltips: Hover over the info icons next to each label for more detailed instructions and examples.
• Required Fields: Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required. Make sure to fill these out to avoid errors.
• Auto-Calculated Fields: Some values, such as the rate per consumption unit and total costs, are calculated automatically. Double-check them for accuracy.
• Editing: If you need to update a raw material later, you can use the same form with pre-filled values for easy editing.

This guide is intended to help you understand each part of the Add Raw Material page in BatchEdge. With clear instructions and helpful tooltips, you can confidently input your raw material data and manage your inventory effectively. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please consult our support resources or contact the help desk.