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Anonymous
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Modifying a group item for each sales order in QB POS

Our business is building customized race cars, but in addition to that we sell individual parts.  We switched from using QB desktop to both QB desktop and QB POS.  The transition was fine for using POS for the individual sales--just scan the item and check the customer out.  However, we are having trouble transitioning the car builds to POS.  Car builds are sales orders of about 4 pages in length of items, differ from customer to customer and cannot be scanned.  We previously had group items created on QB desktop and we just added that group item (i.e. front suspension kit, steering kit etc.) to a new sales order and then modified it as needed on the sales order if some of the parts used in that group were different for a particular customer.  However, I'm trying to do this in QB POS.  Creating the new sales order, adding a group item, deleting off/ modifying the items under the group item I don't need (doing this directly on the sales order not in the group item on the inventory list).   However, I notice when I delete the item off the group item on the sales order, the price of the group item doesn't change/decrease.  It keeps the price of the group item as it is on the inventory list.  I also cannot add a new item to that group just for that customers sales order without actually having to go back to the group on the inventory list to modify the orginal, which I don't want to do.  I'm not even sure if doing the sales order for the car builds is meant to be done in POS.  Any suggestions?  I would have just reverted to doing sales orders for car builds back on QB desktop, but the inventory list is not up to date anymore on QB desktop since all receiving is done through POS now.

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MadelynC
Moderator

Modifying a group item for each sales order in QB POS

Good day, @Anonymous.

 

In QuickBooks Point of Sale, you have the option to build an assembly item for your Car parts.

 

Once you create assemblies, you can make a sell to your car part individually. You can also edit the assembly item to change the quantity of the component items.

 

Please ensure to have a backup copy before performing the steps below:

 

  1. Select the Help menu, then go to the Index tab.
  2. Search Assembly then click Assembly Items.
  3. Choose Add and build assembly items.
  4. Be sure to all components items are added to inventory items individually.
  5. Click Add.
  6. Enter a name in the item name field.
  7. Select Assembly in the item Type field.
  8. Enter information in the other items fields as appropriate. 
     
    • You can’t enter an On-Hand Quantity or Average Unit Cost. The quantity will be created when you build the assemblies.  The average unit cost will be automatically calculated as the sum of the average unit cost of the components items. 
    • You can enter a regular price if a price isn’t entered. Point of Sales will auto-fill the field with the sum of the component prices once they are added.
    • Enter a tax code. You can’t mix taxable and non-taxable items in an assembly.

  9. Click Save.
  10. Select the Assembly button next to the item Type field and hit Edit Assembly.
  11. In the Scan or enter item information drop-down box, scan or type item to search and to add.
  12. Specify the quantity of the component item.
  13. Select the Qty button to enter another number.
  14. Repeat to add all items in the assembly.
  15. Click Build at the top of the window.
  16. Specify the number of assemblies you wish to build and select Build.
  17. Hit Ok and Save.

 

Checking our QuickBooks help article will also give you more ideas to organize QB POS efficiently.


I’m always here if you need more help. Take care.

Anonymous
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Modifying a group item for each sales order in QB POS

Hi MadelynC,

 

I tried that and it didn't quite give me what I was looking for.  I created the assembly item with about 5 items built under it.  I then went to the Sales order and added the assembly item to the sales order.  However, it only shows the detail on the sales order for the assembly item itself, not the sub items included in the build.  Our customers need to see that part on the sales order and I also need to modify the sub items under the assembly via the sales order.  Each customer is different and each build will be different.  Is there an alternative?

MadelynC
Moderator

Modifying a group item for each sales order in QB POS

You’ve got my attention, @Anonymous.


Thanks for taking the time to perform the steps I’ve mentioned above. I want to ensure this would work this time.

 

You can sync Point of Sale with QuickBooks Desktop through the Financial Exchange process.

 

This way, you don’t need to update your inventory list on your QBDT. This allows sharing of information that reduces workload as it keeps you from entering the information twice.


To start, you'll want to set your QuickBooks preferences first. Here’s how:

 

  1. Select on Edit at the top.
  2. Click Preferences.
  3. Choose Integrated Applications, then go to the Company Preferences tab.
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  4. From the Applications list, select QuickBooks Point of Sale.
  5. Select on Properties.
  6. In the Access Rights tab, select the option Allow this application to read and modify this company file.
  7. Hit OK in the Properties window, and in the Preferences window.

Here are the articles that contain complete details about the process.

 

In case you need information about QuickBooks, feel free to visit our help articles. This contains ways to manage your account.


You can always tap me if you have a follow-up question. Take care.

Anonymous
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Modifying a group item for each sales order in QB POS

Hi MadelynC,

 

Looks like our preferences in QB Desktop are already set to that.  I've attached a screen shot.  Is there a reason our inventory list wouldn't be carrying over from POS to QBDesk?

 

Thanks,

Tonya

ReymondO
QuickBooks Team

Modifying a group item for each sales order in QB POS

Hi there, @Anonymous. 

Since you're already performed by steps provide above, I recommend reaching out to our customer support. This way, they can check your account and trace what causing this issue. Here's how you can reach out to them:
 

  1. Go to the Help icon and select QuickBooks Desktop Help.
  2. Select Contact Us.
  3. Give a brief description of your issue, then select Continue.
  4. We’ll provide you a few support options. Select which one is best for you.

 

To ensure we address your concern on time, check out our support hours.

 

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