When One Item Has Multiple Codes

In many industries, a single product may be identified by different codes depending on the context — internal SKUs, supplier part numbers, customer-specific codes, or international standards. SAP Business One handles this complexity through its multi-code item management capabilities.

Managing Multiple Identifiers

SAP Business One allows you to associate multiple identification codes with a single item, ensuring seamless communication across different stakeholders.

• Maintain internal item numbers alongside external codes
• Map supplier part numbers for procurement efficiency
• Support customer-specific product codes in sales documents
• Use bar codes and alternative identifiers interchangeably

Unified Item Management

Despite having multiple codes, the system maintains a single master record for each item. This ensures data consistency while providing the flexibility to use whichever identifier is most appropriate for each business scenario.