While it is possible to prevent transacting an entire batch through its batch disposition status, it is also possible to block a specific sub-batch, for example, if it is out of specification or damaged.
Sub-batches can be blocked either directly from the Functions tab in the Sub batches form (Inventory management > Inquiries and reports > Tracking dimensions > Sub batches) or from the Sub batch tab in the On-hand list form, only if the Sub batch tracking dimension is displayed (Inventory management > Inquiries and reports > On-hand list):
By pressing the Block button, the Stopped parameter is automatically enabled for the sub-batch. The sub-batch becomes unavailable for any transaction, including reservations.
By pressing the Unblock button, the Stopped parameter is automatically disabled for the sub-batch. The sub-batch becomes available for transactions again.
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It is possible to select multiple sub-batches and apply the modification to all selected records simultaneously.
The Block/Unblock options can be secured via electronic signature by enabling the Signature required parameter for the Block/Unblock sub batches requirement in the Electronic signature requirements form (Organization administration > Setup > Electronic signature > Electronic signature requirements).
Life Sciences Supply Chain Management also allows using the Update sub-batch block status feature to automatically block/unblock multiple sub-batches at once based on selected criteria specified in a query (Inventory management > Periodic tasks > Sub batches > Update sub-batch status). The functionality can also be scheduled as a batch job that automatically runs based on a predefined frequency.