Based on the Product Configuration documents, Product Configuration provides the administrative setup required before products can be created in GEMS ERP. It defines how products are identified and classified, while Product Attributes establish the reusable characteristics that can be assigned to products for better categorisation and variant management.

Products Configuration

The Products Configuration module enables administrators to configure the master settings required for product creation in GEMS ERP. It allows administrators to define product numbering, product types, procurement types, and product categories to ensure every product is uniquely identified, correctly classified, and ready for inventory, procurement, production, and sales processes.

Purpose

Products Configuration enables administrators to:

• Configure product number ranges.
• Define product types.
• Configure procurement types.
• Create and maintain product categories.
• Assign number ranges to product types.
• Standardise product identification across the ERP system.

Navigation

Configuration Settings → Product Configuration → Products

Configuration Components

Component	Description
Number Range	Defines the numbering sequence used for Product records.
Product Type	Defines different classifications of products such as raw materials, finished goods, or services.
Procurement Type	Defines how a product is sourced or replenished.
Product Category	Organises products into hierarchical categories for reporting and management.
Assignment	Associates Product Types with their corresponding number ranges.

Best Practices

• Configure all product master settings before creating products.
• Maintain unique numbering sequences for every product type.
• Assign every product type to a valid number range.
• Organise products using meaningful product categories.
• Review configurations periodically as new product types or categories are introduced.

Product Attributes Configuration

The Product Attributes Configuration module manages the numbering and identification of Product Attributes used throughout GEMS ERP. Product Attributes define reusable characteristics such as colour, size, material, weight, or other specifications that can be assigned to products. The configuration ensures every Product Attribute receives a unique system-generated identifier for reliable cross-module referencing.

Purpose

Product Attributes Configuration allows administrators to:

• Configure Product Attribute number ranges.
• Maintain Product Attribute identification.
• Ensure unique attribute IDs across the system.
• Support consistent product variant management.
• Enable Product Attributes to be referenced by Products, Sales, and Price Master modules.

Navigation

Configuration Settings → Product Configuration → Product Attributes

Configuration Components

Component	Description
Number Range	Defines the numbering sequence for Product Attribute records.
Product Attribute Master	Stores reusable product characteristics such as colour, size, material, and weight.
Assignment	Associates Product Attribute records with their configured number range.

Best Practices

• Configure Product Attribute numbering before creating attribute records.
• Maintain a single, consistent numbering sequence unless business requirements change.
• Create reusable attributes instead of duplicating similar records.
• Use standard naming conventions for attributes.
• Periodically review Product Attributes to remove duplicates and maintain consistency.