The supersession chain file contains details of all parts replaced (superseded) by a different part number. Standard functionality exists that enables you to create and maintain records on the supersession chain file. However, if you create a supersession, you must ensure that it is valid.
If your manufacturer does not supply a supersession file but you have superseding part numbers on your master price file in a field called SUPER, you can build a supersession chain from the master price file.
Note: If the manufacturer issues updates to the supersession file, it is unlikely that you will ever need to make changes to the supersession chain file, unless advised to do so. Any changes that you make will be overwritten the next time an update is uploaded or you build a supersession chain from the master price file.
When a part number is entered in the New Product group box in Point-of-Sale, a search is carried out if the part entered cannot be found in the parts stock file, or if an existing stock record has a total stock quantity of zero and a purchase order quantity of zero. Autoline automatically checks the supersession chain, if available, to see if the part number is superseded by another. If it is, the system offers you the choice of selling the superseded or superseding part.
To access the supersession chain file:
From the OPERATIONS menu, select the Parts price file menu option.
The MASTER PARTS PRICE FILE MENU is displayed.
Select the Supersession chain file option.
The Supersession chains form is displayed.
This form is displayed when you select the Supersession chain file option on the MASTER PARTS PRICE FILE MENU. On this form, you can view details about replacement parts.
Part number: Original part number
Superseding part no.: Replacement part number
Message text: A brief message that explains the reason for the supersession. Refer to the manufacturer's own documentation for a list of valid messages.
Date of supersession: Date that the part was superseded
Type of supersession: Status of the part. Refer to the manufacturer's own documentation for a list of valid supersession types.
Uploading a Data File via ISDN
Uploading Parts Data from Tape
