Assigning Default Pools for New Items

Access the Work With Item Master Browse form.

When you first set up a new item, you must assign a pool code if you want that item included in a pool for stock valuation purposes. The system automatically enters the pool code that you enter on the Category Codes form in the Item Master Class Codes program (P4101) onto the Category Codes form in the Branch Plant Class Codes program (P41026).

1. Complete the Item Number field and click Find.

2. Select the row for which you want to assign default pools, and then select Category Codes from the Row menu.

3. On Category Codes, verify or change the Item Pool Code field so that it is part of a pool.

   The item pool code (table 41/P0) represents an item property type or classification, such as commodity type, planning family, or so forth. The system uses this code to sort and process like items. This field is one of six classification categories available primarily for purchasing purposes.