> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://betterdatainc.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Receiving Shipments

> How to receive and process inbound shipments

# Receiving Shipments

Receiving is the process of accepting and processing inbound shipments, including purchase orders, transfers, and returns.

## Receiving a Shipment

1. Navigate to **Run** → **Receiving**
2. Find the shipment to receive (by PO number, shipment number, or scan barcode)
3. Click **Receive Shipment**

## Receiving Workflow

### 1. Verify Shipment

* **Match PO**: Verify shipment matches purchase order
* **Check Items**: Verify items received match expected items
* **Inspect Condition**: Note any damage or discrepancies

### 2. Enter Quantities

For each item:

* Enter **Quantity Received**
* Enter **Quantity Accepted** (may differ if damaged)
* Enter **Lot Numbers** (if lot tracking enabled)
* Enter **Expiry Dates** (if expiry tracking enabled)

### 3. Handle Discrepancies

If quantities don't match:

* **Short Shipments**: Less than expected
* **Over Shipments**: More than expected
* **Wrong Items**: Items not on PO
* **Damage**: Damaged items

### 4. Complete Receiving

* Review all received items
* Add notes if needed
* Click **Complete Receiving**
* System will:
  * Update inventory levels
  * Create putaway tasks (if applicable)
  * Update purchase order status

## Putaway

After receiving, items may need to be put away:

1. Navigate to **Putaway Tasks**
2. Select location and bin for each item
3. Complete putaway tasks
4. Inventory is now available for picking

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## Related Pages

* [Shipments](/execute/shipments)
* [Inventory Overview](/sense/inventory-overview)
* [Viewing Inventory](/execute/viewing-inventory)

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## Permissions & Roles

<Tip>
  Receiving shipments requires inventory management permissions. Some organizations may require approval for receiving. Contact your organization administrator for details.
</Tip>