BOM Update Log
Overview
BOM Update Log — Business Overview
The BOM Update Log is a control and tracking document used in Dafater to monitor and record updates made to Bills of Materials (BOMs) through bulk or automated update activities. Its main purpose is to give businesses clear visibility into when, how, and with what result BOM changes were processed.
This document does not change production data itself. Instead, it acts as a business audit trail and status tracker for BOM update activities, helping manufacturing teams ensure accuracy, accountability, and continuity in their production planning.
Purpose in Business Operations
The BOM Update Log is used to: - Track bulk or mass updates to BOMs - Monitor the progress and completion status of BOM update activities - Provide transparency and accountability for changes that impact production - Support quality control, compliance, and internal audits
In manufacturing operations, BOM accuracy directly affects cost, material planning, and production output. The BOM Update Log ensures that updates are intentional, traceable, and successfully completed.
Prerequisites and Setup Requirements
Before using the BOM Update Log, the following should already be in place:
- Active and approved Bills of Materials in Dafater
- Clearly defined roles or responsibilities for managing BOM changes
- Established procedures for when and why BOM updates are performed (for example, cost revisions, material substitutions, or process improvements)
No special setup is required by business users, but it is important that BOM updates are performed as part of a controlled business process.
Typical Workflow and Business Fit
A typical business workflow involving the BOM Update Log looks like this:
Need for Change Identified
A business requirement arises, such as a raw material change, cost adjustment, or standardization across multiple BOMs.BOM Update Initiated
The update process is started using the appropriate update tool or procedure.Automatic Log Creation
The BOM Update Log records the update activity, including its status (for example, in progress, completed, or failed).Status Monitoring
Production planners or manufacturing managers review the BOM Update Log to confirm whether the update was successful.Business Confirmation
Once completed, teams proceed with production planning or procurement using the updated BOMs.
This workflow ensures BOM changes do not disrupt production due to unnoticed errors or incomplete updates.
Key Business Scenarios Where It Is Essential
The BOM Update Log is especially important in the following situations:
- Cost Revisions: When component costs change and BOMs need to be updated in bulk
- Material Substitution: Replacing components due to supplier changes or availability issues
- Standardization Initiatives: Aligning multiple BOMs to a common structure or policy
- Process Improvements: Updating BOMs to reflect improved manufacturing methods
- Audit and Compliance Reviews: Demonstrating controlled and traceable BOM changes
In all these cases, the log provides confidence that changes were applied correctly and consistently.
Important Considerations for Users
- Always review the status in the BOM Update Log before proceeding with production or purchasing decisions
- Treat the log as an official record of BOM change activities
- Investigate any failed or incomplete updates immediately to avoid downstream issues
- Use the log during internal reviews or audits to explain BOM changes
- Coordinate BOM updates during low-impact periods to minimize operational risk
Summary
The BOM Update Log is a critical business control document in Dafater’s manufacturing operations. It ensures transparency, accountability, and reliability when BOM updates are carried out, helping businesses maintain accurate production data and avoid costly manufacturing disruptions.
BOM Update Tool Log with job status maintained
Basic Information
- Module: Manufacturing
- Document Type: Other
Fields
| Field Name | Label | Type | Required | Options | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| update_type | Update Type | Select | Replace BOM, Update Cost | Type of BOM operation performed during update process in Dafater | |
| status | Status | Select | Queued, In Progress, Completed, Failed | Current processing status of the BOM update task | |
| current_bom | Current BOM | Link | BOM | Existing BOM being replaced or updated | |
| new_bom | New BOM | Link | BOM | New BOM applied during the update process | |
| error_log | Error Log | Link | Error Log | Linked error details if BOM update fails | |
| current_level | Current Level | Int | - | Hierarchy level currently processed during BOM update | |
| processed_boms | Processed BOMs | Long Text | - | List of BOMs already processed in this update | |
| bom_batches | bom_batches | Table | BOM Update Batch | Grouped batches of BOMs processed together | |
| amended_from | Amended From | Link | BOM Update Log | Previous BOM Update Log from which this record was amended |
Child Tables
bom_batches (BOM Update Batch)
| Field Name | Label | Type | Required | Options | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| level | Level | Int | - | Processing hierarchy level for BOM updates in Dafater | |
| batch_no | Batch No. | Int | - | Sequential batch identifier for grouped BOM updates in Dafater | |
| boms_updated | BOMs Updated | Long Text | - | Details of BOM records updated within this batch in Dafater | |
| status | Status | Select | Pending, Completed | Current processing status of the BOM update batch in Dafater |
Permissions
| Role | Read | Write | Create | Delete | Submit | Cancel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| System Manager | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Manufacturing Manager | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Related DocTypes
| DocType | Relationship | Module |
|---|---|---|
| BOM | Links to | Manufacturing |
| BOM Update Log | Links to | Manufacturing |
| Error Log | Links to | Core |