ERPNext is a powerful open-source ERP system that is widely used in the manufacturing sector. However, like any software, users may encounter various errors that can disrupt operations. This document outlines some common errors faced by manufacturing users in ERPNext and provides practical solutions to resolve them.
Common Errors and Solutions
➣ Stock Balance Issues
Error : Discrepancies in stock levels can occur due to incorrect stock entries or unaccounted transactions.
Solution:
- Regularly perform stock reconciliation to identify discrepancies.
- Ensure that all stock transactions are properly recorded and validated.
- Use the Stock Ledger report to trace back transactions and correct any errors.
➣ Production Order Not Getting Created
Error: Users may find that production orders are not being created as expected.
Solution:
- Check if the Bill of Materials (BOM) is correctly set up for the item.
- Ensure that the item has sufficient raw materials in stock.
- Verify that the production planning settings are configured correctly.
➣ Work Order Not Closing
Error: Work orders may remain open even after production is completed.
Solution:
- Confirm that all required operations in the work order have been completed.
- Check for any pending stock entries that need to be submitted.
- Manually close the work order if necessary, ensuring all data is accurate.
➣ Error in Material Request
Error: Users may encounter errors when creating material requests for production.
Solution:
- Ensure that the items requested are available in the system and have valid stock levels.
- Review the permissions for the user creating the request to ensure they have the necessary access.
- Check for any active filters that might be restricting the view of available items.
➣ Inaccurate Costing
Error: Costing for products may not reflect the actual expenses incurred.
Solution:
- Review the costing method set for the items (e.g., FIFO, LIFO, Moving Average).
- Ensure that all expenses related to production are accurately recorded in the system.
- Regularly update the item prices and review the BOM for any changes in costs.
➣ User Permission Issues
Error: Users may face restrictions in accessing certain modules or features.
Solution:
- Review user roles and permissions to ensure they align with the required access levels.
- Adjust permissions in the User and Role settings to grant necessary access.
- Regularly audit user permissions to maintain security and functionality.
➣ System Performance Issues
Error: Users may experience slow performance or timeouts when using ERPNext.
Solution:
- Optimize the server settings and ensure that the hardware meets the requirements for ERPNext.
- Regularly clear cache and optimize database performance.
- Consider upgrading to a more powerful server if performance issues persist.
