The Disposals List records stock written off — damaged, expired, stolen or obsolete. Each entry removes quantity and books the loss, so your inventory value reflects only goods you can actually sell.
Where to find it
Go to Inventory > Disposals.
Disposals Table
| Column | Description |
|---|
| Reference (#) | The unique ID for the disposal. Click it to open the Disposal View. |
| Location | The site the stock was removed from. |
| Date | When the disposal was recorded. |
| Total Cost | The value written off, based on the item's standard or average cost. |
| Status | Whether the stock has been removed or the entry is still a draft. |
This list stays available even where disposals are switched off — that is, where Inventory Disposal/Write-Off Account is unset in System and GL Setup. You can read history, but the + Add New Disposal button will not be there.
Disposal Status
| Status | Meaning |
|---|
| Draft | Saved but not processed. Stock and ledgers are untouched. |
| Processed | Finalised. Stock has been removed and the loss posted. |
| Void | Reversed, with the stock and the ledger entries restored. |
Action Buttons & More Options
| Action | What it does |
|---|
| GL | View the ledger entries — the write-off account debited, inventory credited. |
| Edit | Change the disposal, where it has not been processed. |
| Print | Generate a copy, often needed as a disposal record. |
| Void | Reverse it, putting the stock back. |
Disposals are the write-offs your accountant will ask about, because value left the business with nothing received in return. Keep the memo and attachment on each one meaningful.
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