How to create a Unit of Measure in Odoo
A UOM Category in Odoo ,groups the related units of measure together. For instance, all weight-based units like kilograms, grams, and pounds can be grouped in one category, while volume-based units such as liters and milliliters can belong to another. This organization makes it easier to manage, track, and convert units within your inventory system.
Navigating to UOM Categories
To start working with UOM Categories, Open the Inventory module .Click on the Products sub menu and select Units of Measure Categories. Click New to create a new UOM Category.
Entering Mandatory Details
When creating a UOM Category, need to fill in some essential information:
- Category Name: Assign a name, e.g., Weight, Volume, Quantity, etc.
- Group Products in POS: Enable this if you want this category to be available in the Point of Sale (POS) system. For example, Quantity-based UOMs like “Piece” or “Pack” are often grouped for POS purposes.After entering these details, Save the category.
Adding a Unit of Measure (UOM)
Once the UOM Category is created, you can add individual units of measure ,Click Add a line to create a new UOM (e.g., Piece, Kilogram, Liter) and enter the Unit of Measure Name.Enter the Indian GST UQC code (e.g., NOS for Number of Pieces).
Select the Unit Type:
- Bigger than reference UOM (e.g., 1 box = 10 pieces)
- Smaller than reference UOM (e.g., 1 piece = 0.1 box)
Setting Reference and Conversion
When setting up a Unit of Measure, first define the Reference UOM, which serves as the base unit for your category (for example, Piece or Box). Next, specify the Ratio to establish the conversion relationship, such as 1 box equaling 10 pieces, meaning the ratio is 10.
Ensure that the Active checkbox is selected so the UOM becomes immediately usable within the system. Finally, set the Rounding Precision to determine the number of decimal places for quantity calculations—for instance, 1 for pieces or kilograms. Once all details are entered, click Save to finalize the Unit of Measure.
UOM Categories play a crucial role in streamlining inventory management by reducing confusion between different units of measure and ensuring accurate conversions between them. They also enhance the efficiency of Point of Sale (POS) operations and help maintain compliance with standards such as GST. Whether products are managed by weight, volume, or quantity, UOM Categories serve as a simple yet powerful tool to keep inventory organized, consistent, and precise.
