How to Add a Composite Item

Introduction

In your POS system, a composite item is a product made up of multiple components or items. For example, a gift basket might be a composite item, where each individual product inside the basket is a component. To add a composite item, you must first add its individual components to the system. This guide will walk you through the process.

Step 1: Add Components

Before creating a composite item, ensure that all the components that make up the composite item are added to your inventory.

1. Navigate to the Items Section:

   • Go to the Items section in your POS system.
   • Click on Add New Item.

2. Add the Component:

   • Fill out the item details such as Name, Price, and Quantity.
     
     
     
   • Important: Check the "Mark used components" checkbox. This indicates that the item will be used as part of a composite item.

3. Save the Component:

   • Once all details are filled in, click on Save to add the component to your inventory.

4. Verify the Component:

   • Return to the product page and confirm the item is marked as Unsellable.
   
   
   

   Note : Only items marked as Unsellable can be used in a composite item.

Step 2: Create the Composite Item

After adding all the necessary components, you can now create the composite item.

1. Enable Composite Item:

   • Go to the Items section and click on Add New Item.
   • Fill out the basic details like Name, Price, and Other information.
   • Important: Check the "Enable composite item" checkbox. Once this is checked, a "Composite Item" section will appear on your screen.
     

2. Add Components to the Composite Item:

   • In the Composite Item section, you will see an auto-complete textbox and a table.
   • Use the auto-complete textbox to search for and select the components you've previously added.
     
     
     
     
   • After selecting a component, specify the quantity needed for this composite item, and it will be added to the table below.

3. Save the Composite Item:

   • Once all components are added and quantities specified, click Save to finalize the composite item.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can easily add a composite item to your inventory. Remember to always add and mark the components before creating the composite item. This ensures that your inventory remains accurate and organized.