What effect does the checkbox "I purchase this assembly item from a vendor" have on my system? and where can I find a report that shows a list of the ones that are checked?

Hello there, Kimbre.

In QuickBooks Desktop the checkbox "I purchase this assembly item from a vendor" in inventory or manufacturing systems typically indicates that the assembly item is not only produced in-house but is also sourced from a vendor. The effects of checking this box typically involve how the item is managed in inventory, and purchasing processes.

While there isn't a direct standard report that highlights inventory assembly items with the 'I purchased this assembly item from a vendor' checkbox checked, you can use a combination of steps to identify those items. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Go to Lists > Item List.
2. Click on each assembly item to edit it. You can also right-click and choose "Edit Item " to open the item details.
3. Check if the box "I purchase this assembly item from a vendor" is checked for each assembly item.

Then we can create a custom report:

1. Go to Reports > Inventory > Inventory Valuation Summary.
2. Click on the Customize Report button.
3. In the Display tab, make sure to include columns such as Item Name, Description, Average Cost, Quantity on Hand, etc.
4. Go to the Filters tab.
5. Set the Item Type to Inventory Assembly.
6. OK to generate the report.

I've gathered some helpful articles to guide you through inventory tracking in QuickBooks:

• Balance Sheet and Inventory/Shock Valuation reports show different amounts for Inventory Asset account
• Customize item reports

If you need further assistance, feel free to reach out again. I'm always here to help.