--- title: "Location" slug: "location" description: "Why are Locations important, and how to create a Location? Step by Step guides containing all the information that you need to know to help you understand Canary7" updated: 2025-10-20T09:16:10Z published: 2025-10-20T09:16:10Z canonical: "help.canary7.com/location" --- > ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.canary7.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Location # 📍 Understanding Location ## What is a Location? In Canary7, a **Location** refers to a specific position where an Item is stored within the Warehouse. Locations are typically organised within **zones** (e.g., Receiving Dock, Picking Zone, Returns Area) to streamline inventory management. Each Location consists of a **Location Format**, such as Area, Rack, Row, and Level, allowing precise tracking of inventory inside the warehouse. Locations may also have assigned attributes like: - Size - Weight capacity - Storage type (e.g., racks, shelves, floor space) These attributes ensure optimal storage conditions and efficient warehouse operations. --- ## Accessing Location To access Location in Canary7: - Use the **Navigation menu**, type **"Location"** in the search bar, and select **Location**. - Alternatively, navigate via: Configuration` > Functional Area Setup > Inventory Control Setup > Location` ### ## Searching for a Location To find inventory locations within a specific location type or get a full list, you can perform a search with various filter fields. Leaving all fields blank returns all locations. ![location search](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/location%20search.png) ### Search Fields - Location - Location Class - Warehouse - Template Fields 1 to 6 - Location Type - Location Template Click **Search** to view results. It is the equipment used in the warehouse that aids with completing tasks, such as automated processes. Once you have entered all the information, you need to find your results click on the search button![search button](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/search%20button.png) to continue. ![location search results](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/location%20search%20results.png) - Location Code - Warehouse Code - Template Fields 1 to 6 - Location Check Digit It is a combination of numbers, usually, 3, used to verify if the operator has completed the task in the correct location. It is a combination of numbers, usually, 3, used to verify if the operator has completed the task in the correct location. - Location Class A way of organising locations into their respective purpose. A way of organising locations into their respective purpose. - Location Template A predefined layout for which all locations created using this template will follow. A predefined layout for which all locations created using this template will follow. - Machine - Status The name that is given to the current state of the field is given. The name that is given to the current state of the field is given. ## Adding Locations via import CSV You can bulk add locations by importing a CSV file. - Use the **Location CSV template** to prepare your file.
Location CSV template.csv
 Note: Row 2 contains an example to help you complete the CSV correctly. ### Importing the CSV - Click **Import CSV**. A predefined layout for which all locations created using this template will This is what the search results will look like and will contain the following: Click on the Red Action Button![red action button](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/red%20action%20button.png). This will bring up a drop-down menu, and select "Import CSV". ![2 import csv](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/2%20import%20csv.png) ### ### **Choosing File** - Click **Choose File**, locate your CSV, and open it. ![3 choose file](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/image-1664014984933.png) Click **Import** to upload and process. ![import location csv](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/import%20location%20csv.png) Once you have selected and entered the required fields, click on the Import button![Import button](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/Import%20button.png) to upload your file. ## Adding Locations Manually ### Click on the Red Action Button![red action button](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/red%20action%20button.png), this will bring up a drop-down menu, and select "Add" ![](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/image-1664098826837.png) ### Enter mandatory fields in the general tab ![Location general tab](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/Location%20general%20tab.png) ### Steps 1. Click **Add** to create a new Location. 2. In the **General tab**, enter or select mandatory fields: - Location Template or Format ([Location Format Guide]) - Location Template Field - Warehouse ([Warehouse Guide]) - Location Class ([Location Class Guide]) - Location Type ([Location Type Guide]) 3. The Pick and Drop **Entry & Exit** fields are optional but often necessary. ### Selecting the Zones If **Inventory** is selected as the Location Class, you will be prompted to select relevant zones on the Zones tab. ![selecting the zones](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/image-1664102913767.png) - Zones come in three classes: - Allocation - Locating - Job Typical Canary7 setups use: - Global Allocation and Locating Zones - Work Zones to delineate operational functions (e.g., Bulk Work Zone vs. Pick Work Zone) ### Selecting Location Verifications ![enter loc verifications](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/enter%20loc%20verifications.png) - **Check Digit:** A numeric code (usually a randomized 3-digit number) printed on location labels. It verifies operators are scanning or entering the correct location during tasks (e.g., picking, putaway). When enabled, scanning or entering the check digit is required to proceed, reducing errors. - License Plate **Tracking:** Enables tracking of License Plates (unique IDs for containers, pallets, totes). This allows inventory to be tracked at the License Plate level, providing more granular control. - **Active:** Determines if the location is currently available for warehouse operations. Inactive locations cannot be selected for receiving, picking, storing, etc., useful for maintenance or decommissioning. - **Multiple SKUs Allowed:** Enables storage of more than one unique item (SKU) in the location. Typically enabled. If disabled, the location enforces item exclusivity. ### Entering Machine fields ![Inputting machine details](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/Inputting%20machine%20details.png) Used only if your warehouse has automated Warehouse Control Systems (WCS), such as: - Automated high-bay cranes - Shuttle systems - Robotic palletisers These fields configure machine integration. Once you have selected and entered the required fields, click on the submit button![submit button(1)](https://cdn.document360.io/4ed7d884-d42a-4c7e-a949-08033b57dc86/Images/Documentation/submit%20button(1).png) to add. The physical position where the product will sit in storage. The product will be stored within the warehouse and assigned with all the necessary information, it is only created once. A name of the building, to which all the zones and locations belong and where the product is stored. The process of getting goods into the warehouse. A given name for a collection of locations that share the same functionality. The horizontal position of a location The vertical positon of a location. The process of changing or creating the required dependencies needed for Canary7 to work with your needs. A unique identifying field is used to distinguish other warehouses from another. It is a combination of numbers, usually, 3, used to verify if the operator has completed the task in the correct location. A Comma Separated Value file is a text file that is commonly used for importing or exporting information. Sometimes referred to as a P&D location, is where the product will sit temporarily between processes in a warehouse. The physical process of receiving the product from storage. A unique piece of data is usually a barcode that is on the container/pallet and is used for tracking in the WMS. Stock Keeping Unit, a number used to help identify or differentiate products in inventory.