How to Use the MRP (Material Resource Planning) Module in ManufApp
To guide users on how to use the MRP (Material Resource Planning) module in ManufApp for planning material requirements against active Sales Orders. This ensures accurate visibility of shortages, inventory availability, and procurement needs.
Step 1: Navigate to the MRP Section
Go to Orders β MRP
Step 2: Select Date Range and Fetch SOs
Select the date range for which you want to plan materials (e.g., 01 Jul 2025 to 04 Oct 2025).
Click Fetch SOs to load sales orders within the selected period.
Step 3: Select Sales Orders
Check the boxes next to the SOs you want to include in planning.
Click Select SOs and then click Next to proceed.
Step 4: View MRP Based on BOM
Youβll see a breakdown of materials based on BOM:
Gross Demand
Inventory Available
To Produce
To Order
Switch views between:
List of FGs
List of WIPs
List of RMs
(Use tabs on the top-right)
Step 5: Check Raw Material Shortages
Go to the List of RMs tab to view RM shortages.
You will see:
Item Code & Description
Inventory vs. Requirement
Shortage quantity
Unit of measure
Step 6: Export MRP Data
As soon as you click Save, the MRP summary will be automatically downloaded as an Excel file.
Your file will include columns like:
Item Code
Item Type & Group
Gross Demand
Fulfillable Qty
Inventory
Shortage
β Bonus: Create Purchase Order Directly
If required, after saving, you can directly click Create Purchase Order from the same screen.
π Outcome:
This process helps you plan material procurement accurately by identifying shortages based on active Sales Orders and current inventory levels.
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