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Wclark8
January 18, 2019
Question

Building Assemblies

  • January 18, 2019
  • 3 replies
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What does the option in the build assembly window to "automatically create subassemblies"?

3 replies

JessT
JessTModerator
Moderator
January 18, 2019

Hi Wclark8,

 

You can select it if you have sub-assembly items that need to be finished first before the main assembly item. Then, QuickBooks will automatically create them for you along with the main item.

 

If you like to see some additional references, you can press F1 while you're on the Build Assembly window. This will open the Help window, and you can read the articles about building assemblies.

 

You can always drop by here if you need anything else.

 

Have a good day!

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RichardsNguyen
February 5, 2019

Could you please show how to get to "automatically create sub-assemblies" in Quickbooks Enterprise?

 

Thank you,

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ShiellaGraceA
Level 9
October 22, 2020

Thank you!  I feel as if I am one step closer to resolving my issue.  

 

In the following article use-single-and-multiple-units-of-measure-for-items, in the Use a Unit of Measure section, #5 looks like exactly what I need.  In my initial assembly I don't need to track the U/M, I just need the BOM inventory items to be reduced.  Unfortunately, I am unable to find the referred to "Begin defining units of measure" checkbox on the New Item window.

I have attached another screenshot, if you could point me to the Begin... checkbox I would most  appreciative.  Thank you in advance for your assistance.


I appreciate you getting back to us and adding the screenshot, @CPI-DGCM.

 

I have an idea of why you're unable to view the checkbox. This checkbox only available if you are in the New Item or Edit Item window when you click the Enable button. Looking at your screenshot, you can click on the Unit of Measure drop-down to complete your set up. Let me walk you through how.

 

  1. In the New Item window, go to the Unit of Measure U/M Set drop-down.
  2. Select <Add New>, choose a type or the Other radio-button to define your own base unit of measure 
  3. Hit Next and follow the steps that'll guide you through the rest of the set up.
  4. Click Finish. See the attached images below.

 

After creating your base unit of measure, you can now continue your BOM. Need more details? Check out this guide: Set up your product’s bill of materials.

 

In case you need help with other vendor tasks, click this link to go our general expenses and vendors topics with articles that'll guide you through the process.

 

Keep me posted if you still have questions or concerns. I'll be around to help. Have a wonderful day ahead and stay safe.

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shastaktn
February 3, 2021

My apology if this is off topic.

 

Is there a way to export all the data within an assembly from QB? I need to know all the parts within the assemblies, including the subassemblies.

 

Thanks in advance for your help.

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SarahannC
Level 9
February 4, 2021

Hello there, shastaktn.

 

Yes, there is. You can follow the steps below to export your assemblies in QuickBooks Desktop. 

 

  1. From the File menu, select Utilities.
  2. Choose Export and select Lists to IIF Files.
  3. Click Item List. Then, OK.

 

It'll then create an IIF file that has your entire item lists with your assemblies. For additional details when exporting them, you can check this link. 

 

When creating a new item or build assembly, this is how it looks like:

 

Also, I'd recommend checking the articles below. Each of them talks about using assemblies and sub-assemblies within your company file:

 

 

Visit again if you have additional questions. I'm right here to assist you anytime. Stay safe and have a good one!

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LynB756
June 3, 2021

How do I get a report that gives me a list of all the assemblies - with the associated sub-assemblies for a specific inventory item?

katherinejoyceO
katherinejoyceO
Level 9
June 3, 2021

Thanks for following this thread, @LynB756. I'm here to guide you in pulling up a report with a list of all the assemblies with their associated sub-assemblies for a specific inventory item. 

 

Here's how:

 

  1. Go to the Lists menu, then select Item list. 
  2. Click the Customize button.
  3. Find and select your inventory assembly to see the list showing all of the parts involved with your assembly.

 

I'm also adding this article to guide you in customizing reports in QuickBooks Desktop. 

 

Feel easy in posting some more of your concerns here in the Community. I'd be glad to be your QuickBooks guide. Have a great day ahead!

 

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LynB756
June 3, 2021

I am using QB Enterprise Desktop.

There is no Customize button associated with the Item List

There is also nothing like 'Show Sub Assemblies' in the Reports menu

 

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