Picking Process Behavior: Attribute Scanning
When a picking task is initiated, the system performs several checks to determine how to handle the attributes—Lot Batch Number, Expiry Date, and Production Date:
Check for Attribute Tracking:
The system first checks if tracking for Lot Batch Number, Expiry Date, or Production Date is enabled for the product being picked.
Determine Scan Method Type:
If tracking is enabled, the system then checks the Scan Method Type for each attribute:
If "During Packing" is selected:
The attribute will be displayed on the mobile screen during the picking task, but the user will not be asked to scan the attribute.
Note: Since the attribute is not scanned, task swap functionality cannot be used during picking.
If "During Picking" is selected:
The system will check the current inventory in the source location and/or source LP Number for the SKU to be picked, specifically looking for the same pack type.
Inventory Validation:
If there is another inventory line in the same location/LPN with the same SKU and pack type but a different Lot Batch Number, Expiry Date, or Production Date:
The system will prompt the user to scan the corresponding attribute(s) for validation to ensure the correct item is being picked.
If there is no other inventory line with a different attribute in the source location/LPN:
The system will assume that the physical and system inventory match, meaning there is no risk of picking the wrong item, so it will not prompt the user to scan the attribute.
This ensures that attribute scanning is handled efficiently, reducing unnecessary prompts while maintaining accuracy during the picking process.