There are two places where you can set up the reservation type in FactoryLogix: on the Global Options tab of the Settings area in the NPI client application or in the Part Library.
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See Set up a reservation type in the Part Library for details about setting up the reservation type at the part level.
Log into the NPI client application.
Select System Configuration
> Settings.On the Global Options tab under Settings Category, select Logistics.
In the Option Type: Production Planning sub-category, use the drop-down next to Default Reservation Type to select the default reservation type: UID, Quantity, or Flexible UID.
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See Reservation types for details about the three kinds of reservation types.
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Select the Save button in the lower-right corner of the window to save your selection.