do not automatically commit inventory on work orders

AI generated answer (using internal Slack threads):

Based on the conversations, it appears that the commitment of inventory to work orders in NetSuite is a complex process that depends on several factors. In the first thread, it is mentioned that if a work order is closed but not completed, the committed inventory generally becomes uncommitted. However, if there are lots/serials on the work order, they don't necessarily uncommit. If you have assigned them to the order itself, the quantity uncommits but the lot/serial won't free up. To free up the lot/serial, you need to remove it from the inventory detail. In the second thread, it is discussed that NetSuite by default wants to create work orders for assembly items on sales orders, even if there is enough available inventory to commit. A solution suggested is to uncheck the 'special work order' checkbox on the item record or when creating the sales order. Another solution is to use a beforeSubmit user event script to check inventory levels of the items and then perform the logic to create a purchase order/work order or use available inventory for the line. In the third thread, it is discussed that if some components of a work order are damaged and transferred to a 'Damaged Goods' location or adjusted out of stock, they still show committed to the work order. A solution suggested is to return the merchandise to the vendor or modify the receipt to receive less the damaged pieces. However, if the purchase order was already billed and paid, these solutions may not work. In such a case, you may need to produce what you can on the work order with the undamaged components, then close the work order and create a new one to use the replacements when they come in. ****** Disclaimer: This response was generated by an artificial intelligence assistant based on previous conversations from multiple Slack channels, and may contain inaccuracies or mistakes. ******