FAQs: Updating the Default Vendor
This article answers the frequently asked questions related to updating the Default Vendor on an inventory item.
Q: Why can’t I update the default vendor on the F&B Details or Retail Details tab?
A: The ability to change the primary vendor on the F&B Details or Retails Details tab of the Item Editor after an item is saved was removed.
Q: How do I update the default vendor?
A: To update the default (primary) vendor use the Vendor Products tab:
- Select the Vendor Products tab on the Item Editor.
- Select the Primary Vendor box to designate the new default vendor.
Figure 1. The Primary Vendor selection box where the default vendor can be updated on the Vendor Product tab of the Item Editor.
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