Based on the preference setting or based on the predetermined schedules NetSuite can perform supply allocation calculations automatically. The following are different supply allocation calculations,
Automated Real-Time – NetSuite calculates allocation automatically in real-time if we set the Perform Supply Allocation After Transaction Entry, Update or Delete preference.
Calculates allocation each time a demand order is created, edited, or deleted (Sales Order, Transfer Order, Work Order).
NetSuite calculates allocation each time a supply order is created, edited, or deleted (Purchase Order, Transfer Order, Work Order).
NetSuite calculates allocation for each order line.
Reallocation whenever supply falls below allocated quantities
On-Demand – NetSuite calculates allocation for demand orders using the Allocate Orders page.
Scheduled – NetSuite calculates allocation automatically for demand orders based on schedules using the Order Allocation Schedule page.
Manual – Manually calculate reallocation for demand orders using the Reallocate Items page.
- Inbound shipment in supply allocation
If we want to set up the inbound shipment in our supply allocation the following features must be enabled
Go to Setup > Company > Setup Tasks > Enable Features.
Transactions subtab check the following features enabled or not
Purchase Orders
Advanced Receiving
Inbound Shipment Management
Items & Inventory tab, check the following
Advanced Bin/Numbered Inventory Mgt
Advanced Inventory Management
Landed Cost and save.
After enabling all those features we can use inbound shipment in supply allocation.