Import Physical Count

Action: PHYIMPORT

This function is used to import the physical count captured on a portable scanner that is programmed to create a TEXT or ASCII file of the count. Please review the topic Physical Inventory - Generic Scanner for more information on file layout requirements.

The text/ascii file must be copied from the device to the ProfitSystem server computer using the device's manufacturer's provided software & interface cables. The copy process typically allows the operator to name the count file and to place it in the folder of choice.

This function will display a file selector dialog box and allow the operator to navigate to the location of Text/ASCII file. Select it and ProfitSystem; will import the count.

Three steps are required to process. 1. Start a New Physical 2. The employee(s) perform the physical by moving about the store and scanning each item. Copy the Text/ASCII file to the computer and import it via this function 3. Run the Physical Inventory Listing & Exceptions Reports to double check the count. 4. Permanently post the count to inventory via Update Inventory

This feature may be utilized with Windows CE devices to collect the count. See PDA Set-Up & Operation for more information.