Amazon sellers usually encounter various problems in the process of running their stores, such as inventory errors. So what are the causes of Amazon inventory errors? This will be introduced in detail below.
1. Pricing error. If the Amazon seller’s price is set too high or too low, it will cause errors in Amazon inventory. The seller can set the minimum and maximum prices in the managed inventory.
2. The list is frozen. Inventory errors can also occur if the seller’s listing is missing information such as pictures, bullet points, or if the seller’s products have too many returns.
3. List error. Listing errors mainly refer to the mismatch between the seller’s inventory and the existing active ASIN. For example, the products sent by the seller to the FBA warehouse are inconsistent with the list, or the seller’s list is deleted.
4. The product has expired. If a seller’s product has expired, the Amazon platform will generally mark it as stranded inventory, which will also lead to inventory errors. At this time, the seller needs to remove the inventory.
5. Close the list. If an Amazon seller deletes the listing after the inventory is sold out, subsequent returns will become stranded inventory, which is one of the reasons for Amazon inventory errors.
6. An error occurred when uploading templates in batches. If the seller enters data in the quantity column when filling out the bulk upload template, it will cause the listing to be changed from FBA to FBM, causing inventory to remain in the warehouse.
If there is a difference in the quantity of goods that the seller has just put into storage, it is generally normal and will return to normal after the goods are put on the shelves. If the goods have been in the warehouse for a long time and the quantity is abnormal, it may be caused by missing parts or confusion of goods. The seller can contact customer service to apply for investigation. If the seller’s goods are stored normally and have been put on the shelves for sale, but a sudden inventory abnormality is prompted, it is usually caused by the inconsistency between inventory management and FBA data. You can open a case to find out the reason.
The above content has introduced in detail the causes of Amazon inventory errors. Sellers need to strictly manage inventory during the operation of the store to avoid inventory errors. Because if there is an error in the seller’s inventory, the seller’s sales may be affected, and in severe cases, it may have a negative impact on the reputation of the seller’s store.