Prepare for Inventory Control Transactions How to Prepare for Inventory Control Transactions in Muhasib ERP Overview This guide will help you confirm the controls required before adjusting, transferring, requisitioning, or reconciling stock. Authorized users can process inventory movements against controlled masters and a known starting position. Who can do this You need access to Relevant inventory transaction and inquiry rights plus item/location. Before you start Confirm item setup, units, locations, batches/serials, fiscal/working period, negative-stock policy, approval limits, and physical-count procedure. Before saving, check that the correct company is open and that you have permission to complete this task. Where to find it Back Office → Items & Advanced Inventory. Prepare for Inventory Control Transactions Step 1: Confirm the active company and period Step 2: Verify each participating item and location Step 3: Confirm batch, serial, expiry, and unit controls Step 4: Review current stock and pending transactions Step 5: Separate entry, approval, and verification duties where required Step 6: Record opening control totals before live processing Check your work Confirm required forms are accessible and inquiry balances match the opening control totals. Take a moment to check your work before closing the window. This small check can save time later. If something goes wrong Resolve master-data or period errors before transacting. Do not enable negative stock merely to bypass an unexplained shortage. Related guides Create an Inventory Adjustment Transfer Stock Between Locations Reconcile the Stock Ledger to Physical Stock What to do next Create an Inventory Adjustment.