Item Prices

Overview

Below is a business‑focused explanation of the Item Prices report as used in Dafater.

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Report: Item Prices

Module: Stock
Report Type: Script Report
Reference Record: Stock Ledger Entry

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1. What business information this report provides

The Item Prices report gives a clear view of how item prices and values are reflected in your stock movement history. It shows the effective price or valuation of items based on actual inventory transactions such as purchases, sales, transfers, and adjustments.

From a business perspective, this report helps you understand:

• The cost value of items at different points in time
• How item prices change across warehouses, dates, or transactions
• The relationship between stock movement and item valuation
• The pricing base used for inventory valuation, margin analysis, and profitability

This is not a price list report; it is a transaction‑driven view of item value.

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2. When and why to use this report

You should use the Item Prices report when you want to:

• Review historical item costs used in stock transactions
• Validate whether purchasing, selling, or internal transfers are happening at expected price levels
• Support inventory valuation, financial review, or audit discussions
• Analyze price trends for key items over a specific period
• Investigate unexpected margin changes or stock value fluctuations

It is especially useful during month‑end closing, cost reviews, and management reporting.

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3. Key columns and what they mean for business

While column names may vary slightly, the report typically includes:

• Item
  Identifies the product or material. Used to analyze pricing behavior per item.

• Posting Date
  The date when the stock transaction affected inventory. Helps track price changes over time.

• Warehouse
  Shows where the stock was stored. Useful for comparing prices across locations.

• In Qty / Out Qty
  Indicates whether stock was received or issued. Helps link price impact to movement type.

• Valuation Rate
  The per‑unit value assigned to the item at that time. This is the key “item price” used for inventory valuation.

• Stock Value
  The total inventory value after the transaction. Helps assess financial impact.

• Voucher Type / Voucher No
  Shows the business document behind the transaction (purchase, sale, transfer, adjustment).

Each column helps connect price, quantity, and business activity into one view.

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4. Available filters and their business purpose

Common filters include:

• Item
  Focus on a specific product for price or cost analysis.

• Date Range
  Review item prices for a specific period, such as a month, quarter, or financial year.

• Warehouse
  Compare item valuation across different storage locations.

• Company / Business Unit
  Useful when managing multiple legal entities or operations.

• Voucher Type
  Analyze prices related only to purchases, sales, or internal movements.

These filters allow business users to narrow the report to relevant decisions and avoid unnecessary data.

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5. How to interpret the results for business decisions

You can use this report to:

• Identify cost trends
  Rising valuation rates may indicate supplier price increases or higher procurement costs.

• Validate pricing discipline
  Ensure stock is being transacted at expected cost levels.

• Support margin analysis
  Compare item valuation with selling prices to understand profitability.

• Detect anomalies
  Sudden spikes or drops in valuation rate may point to data issues or operational exceptions.

• Improve purchasing strategy
  Use historical prices to negotiate better terms or adjust reorder planning.

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6. Common use cases and scenarios

Typical business scenarios include:

• Finance reviewing inventory valuation before closing accounts
• Procurement teams analyzing cost history for key materials
• Operations managers comparing warehouse‑wise cost differences
• Management investigating profit margin erosion
• Auditors verifying stock value consistency with transactions

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Summary

The Item Prices report in Dafater is a powerful tool for understanding how item costs behave in real business operations. By linking price, quantity, and stock movement, it supports better financial control, pricing decisions, and inventory management.

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Report Information

• Module: Stock
• Related DocType: Stock Ledger Entry
• Report Type: Script Report
• Standard: Yes