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How to create an Internal Catalog via CSV?
How to create an Internal Catalog via CSV?

To create internal catalogs in ProcureDesk to streamline your purchasing process.Please follw these steps.

Updated over 2 months ago

Prerequisites

  • Necessary permissions to access, create Catalogs, and download the template.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Accessing Catalogs

  1. Go to Catalogs:
    Navigate to the Catalogs section in the left menu of ProcureDesk.

  2. Create a New Catalog:
    Click on the "New Catalog" button.

  3. Download the Sample CSV File:
    Download the sample CSV file provided.

Step 2: Preparing the CSV File

  1. Open the CSV File:
    Open the downloaded CSV file in your preferred CSV editor.

  2. Fill in the Required Details:
    Enter the necessary information in the CSV file as described below:

    • Item Number: Internal number for the item.

    • Item Name: Short name for the item (e.g., Laptop 15 Inch).

    • Item Description: Detailed description of the item.

    • Supplier Name: Name of the supplier.

    • Preferred: Yes or No (if only one supplier per item, always Yes).

    • Supplier Item No: Supplier's part number.

    • Mfr Name: Manufacturer's name (optional).

    • Mfr Part: Manufacturer's part number (optional).

    • List Price: Unit price.

    • UOM: Unit of measure (default to EA if unknown).

    • Default Accounting: Default chart of accounts (optional).

    • Lead Time (Days): Vendor's lead time.

    • Minimum Order Quantity: Vendor's minimum order quantity.

    • Item Type: Inventory or Non-Inventory.

    • Item Category: Relevant category.

    • Class: Default class per line item (if using QuickBooks).

    • UNSPSC ID: UNSPSC code (optional).

    • Preferred Item: Yes.

    • Image URL: URL of the product image.

    • Markup Percentage: Leave blank.

    • Item Status: Yes.

  3. Save the CSV File:
    Save the file in CSV format without changing its format.

Step 3: Uploading the Catalog

  1. Go to the Catalog Page:
    Navigate back to the Catalogs section in ProcureDesk.

  2. Fill in Catalog Details:
    Enter the Name and Description for your new catalog.

  3. Upload the CSV File:
    Click on the "Upload Document" button and select your saved CSV file.

  4. Save the Catalog:
    Click on "Upload Catalog" to save your catalog and start using it.


FAQs and Troubleshooting

  1. What if I encounter an error while uploading the CSV file?

    • Ensure all required fields are filled and the file is saved in the correct CSV format. If issues persist, contact ProcureDesk.

  2. Can I update the catalog after uploading it?

    • Yes, you can edit the catalog details or re-upload the CSV file with updated information.

  3. How do I set an item as non-preferred?

    • Change the "Preferred" field value to "No" in the CSV file before uploading.

  4. How do I delete a catalog?

    • Go to the Catalogs section, select the catalog you want to delete, and click on the delete (trashcan icon) option.

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