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Creating a UOM Count Rate for a Receipt or Shipment
This rate generates charges based on the units of measure (as defined by the individual item setup in 3PL Warehouse Manager). It will be applied any time a transaction is confirmed.Â
To gain a better understanding of how Units of Measure (UOM) Count rate work, see our article on Understanding UOM Count Rate.Â
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Step-by-step guide
- Go to Rates > Rate List.
- Click + Create Rate.
- Select UOM Count in the Create New Rate window.
- Select between Simple Rate or Smart Rate. Click Continue.Â
For this scenario, select Simple Rate.
- Provide basic details such as Rate Name, Rate Description, and Charge Label.Â
- Select Receiving for the Transaction Type field.
Note: The UOM Count rate also applies to shipping transactions. Select Shipping for the Transaction Type field if this is a shipment.
 - Select Handling for the Category field. Then, click Continue.Â
- Select which Units of Measures you want to include in the Charge Method section.
Units of Measure are configured for each item as part of its item definition in 3PL Warehouse Manager. To learn more, see our article on Defining Units of Measure.Â
 - Indicate the amount to be charged for each UOM. Then, click Next.
$0.00 is a valid charge amount but negative values are not supported.Â
 -  (Optional) Group Total Charges by Location, Lot, SKU, or Item Classification as desired in the Rate-Level Rules section. Otherwise, click Skip.
- Click Yes, Save to save this rate.
- (Optional) Select Yes as desired to add to a rate sheet.Â
