How to Split a Picking Line Using Short Picking

Overview

This method is useful when the full quantity of an item cannot be picked from a single batch or bin location, requiring the picker to split the remaining quantity into a new line to be sourced from an alternate location or lot.

Prerequisites

• Access to the WMS (Warehouse Management System) picking screen.

• The system must be configured to allow line modification upon short picking (as indicated by the warning message during the process).

• Multiple batches or bins are available for the required item quantity.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Navigate to the Picking Screen: Access the WMS picking screen for the sales order.

2. Identify the Item to Split: Locate the item line that requires splitting (e.g., an item requiring a total pick of 10 units, but only 5 are in the current bin/lot).

3. Initiate Short Pick: Instead of picking the full required quantity, pick a partial amount from the current batch or bin.

   • Example: If the requirement is 10 units, and the current bin only has 5, select the batch/bin and enter 5 as the picked quantity.

4. Confirm Selection: Select "Use Selected" (or the equivalent button) to confirm the partial pick.

5. Acknowledge Quantity Update: The system will prompt you, asking if you want to update the quantity on the line. Select OK.

6. Confirm Order Modification: A critical warning will appear, stating: "This action will modify the original sale, and it can only be manually reversed." Select Yes to confirm the modification.

7. System Splits the Line: The system will automatically split the original pick line.

   • The original line will now show the quantity you just picked (e.g., 5 units).

   • A new line will be created in your pick list for the remaining quantity (e.g., 5 units), ready to be picked from the different tier, location, or batch.

8. Pick the Remainder: Proceed to the next line (the newly created one) to pick the remaining quantity from the alternate location or batch.

9. Complete the Order: Continue picking the rest of the items on the order.

Result

• The original sales order line is automatically split in the WMS.

• The new line created for the remaining stock maintains the exact price of the original line.

• This removes the need to manually reverse the short pick or manually create a new line, streamlining the picking process when stock is fragmented across locations/batches.

If you encounter difficulties or require alternative options for managing your picks, please contact your WMS support team.