Putaway Rule
Overview
Putaway Rule — Business Overview
The Putaway Rule in Dafater defines how and where items should be stored in your warehouse after they are received. It helps businesses organize inventory efficiently by automatically guiding warehouse staff to the most appropriate storage locations based on predefined business rules.
In simple terms, the Putaway Rule ensures that incoming goods are placed in the right place, every time, without relying on manual decisions.
What the Putaway Rule Is Used For
The Putaway Rule is used to:
- Standardize storage decisions for incoming inventory
- Reduce errors and confusion during warehouse receiving
- Improve space utilization in warehouses
- Speed up putaway operations by guiding staff clearly
- Maintain consistent inventory organization
Instead of warehouse staff deciding where to store items, the Putaway Rule defines this logic in advance.
Prerequisites and Setup Requirements
Before using the Putaway Rule, the following should already be in place in Dafater:
- Warehouses and storage locations clearly defined
- Items properly created and categorized
- Understanding of warehouse layout and storage strategy
- Defined business rules for storage (for example, fast-moving items near dispatch, bulk items in pallet zones)
This preparation ensures the Putaway Rule aligns with real operational needs.
Typical Workflow and Business Fit
Create Putaway Rules
The business defines rules that determine where items should be stored based on item type, warehouse, or other business criteria.Receive Inventory
When goods arrive through purchases, transfers, or returns, Dafater checks for applicable Putaway Rules.Suggested Storage Location
Dafater automatically suggests the correct warehouse location based on the Putaway Rule.Warehouse Execution
Warehouse staff follow the suggested location, reducing decision-making time and errors.Organized Inventory
Inventory is stored consistently, making picking, audits, and replenishment faster.
This workflow fits naturally into receiving, warehousing, and inventory control processes.
Key Business Scenarios Where Putaway Rule Is Essential
- High-volume warehouses with frequent incoming goods
- Multi-location warehouses where items must be stored precisely
- Fast-moving goods that need priority storage near dispatch areas
- Bulk or heavy items requiring specific storage zones
- Growing businesses where manual storage decisions no longer scale
In these scenarios, the Putaway Rule brings structure and efficiency to daily operations.
Important Considerations for Users
- Keep Putaway Rules simple and clear to avoid confusion
- Regularly review and update rules as warehouse layouts or business needs change
- Align rules with real warehouse practices, not just theoretical plans
- Ensure warehouse staff understand and trust the suggested locations
- Avoid overlapping rules that could cause inconsistent storage decisions
Business Value Summary
The Putaway Rule in Dafater helps businesses move from manual, experience-based storage decisions to a standardized, efficient, and scalable warehouse process. It saves time, reduces errors, improves space utilization, and supports smoother inventory operations as the business grows.
Basic Information
- Module: Stock
- Document Type: Other
Fields
| Field Name | Label | Type | Required | Options | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| disable | Disable | Check | - | Disable this putaway rule from use in Dafater. | |
| item_code | Item | Link | ✓ | Item | Item this putaway rule applies to. |
| item_name | Item Name | Data | - | Item name for reference and reporting. | |
| warehouse | Warehouse | Link | ✓ | Warehouse | Target warehouse for storing the item. |
| priority | Priority | Int | - | Rule priority; lower numbers are applied first. | |
| company | Company | Link | ✓ | Company | Company under which this rule is applicable. |
| capacity | Capacity | Float | ✓ | - | Maximum quantity allowed for this warehouse location. |
| uom | UOM | Link | UOM | Unit of measure used for defined capacity. | |
| conversion_factor | Conversion Factor | Float | - | Factor to convert UOM to stock UOM. | |
| stock_uom | Stock UOM | Link | UOM | Default stock unit of measure. | |
| stock_capacity | Capacity in Stock UOM | Float | - | Capacity calculated in stock UOM. |
Permissions
| Role | Read | Write | Create | Delete | Submit | Cancel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Manager | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Stock User | ✓ |
Related DocTypes
| DocType | Relationship | Module |
|---|---|---|
| Company | Links to | Setup |
| Item | Links to | Stock |
| UOM | Links to | Setup |
| Warehouse | Links to | Stock |