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Odoo Inventory product tracking uses lots and serial numbers to trace stock through receipts, deliveries and reports. Lots suit large batches of similar items, while serial numbers uniquely identify a single unit.

Lots versus serial numbers

A lot identifies a batch of items received, produced, stored or shipped together, useful for products like clothing, packaged food or raw materials, and for tracing recalls or expiry dates back to a group. A serial number uniquely identifies one item, useful for electronics, appliances or anything needing individual traceability for warranties or after-sales service.

How to enable lots and serial numbers

  1. Go to Inventory app > Configuration > Settings, and under Traceability tick Lots & Serial Numbers, then Save.

Setting a product’s tracking method

  1. On the product form, tick Track Inventory, then choose By Lots or By Unique Serial Number from the drop-down that appears.

Viewing traceability

Go to Inventory app > Products > Lots/Serial Numbers to see products with lots or serial numbers assigned, and expand each to see its quantities.

Group results by lot or serial number using the search bar’s Group By > Add Custom Group option, then selecting Lot/Serial Number. Opening an individual lot or serial number’s form gives Location and Traceability smart buttons showing all stock and operations linked to it.

Frequently asked questions

What is the main difference between a lot and a serial number?

A lot identifies a batch of several units, while a serial number uniquely identifies one individual unit.

Where can I see the full history of a lot or serial number?

In Inventory app > Products > Lots/Serial Numbers, or via the Location and Traceability smart buttons on its own form.

Need help?

Need help setting up product traceability in Odoo? Contact support@thoughtlogik.com or see our Odoo implementation services.

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