Cargo Imports represents the goods being transported.

To create a Cargo Import:

  1. Navigate to Cargo Import Card.
  2. Select the same Location Code as the Import Location Code on the Purchase Order.
    • This location is where the cargo is being shipped from.
  3. Fill out the fields under the Shipping tab.
  4. Next, you can have your Cargo Import linked to Purchase Orders and the requisition Worksheet.
  5. Select Post Purch. Receipt to post the related purchase orders when the consignment has departed.
    • This will create a new transfer order from the Overseas Location to the Destination Location, it will be automatically shipped and be In-Transit awaiting receipt for when it arrives at the Destination.
FieldDescription
Expected Receipt DateSpecifies date that all the stock related to that Cargo Import is expected to be receipted into the warehouse. Changing it on the Cargo Import will update every related document.
Location CodeSpecifies the location where the cargo is being shipped from.
Import Location CodeIt is in charge of making the Purchase Order turn into a Transfer Order.