Step-by-Step Explanation

Set up inventory periods: Before performing any inventory costing adjustments, you must first define the period for which the adjustments will be made. This step is a prerequisite for most inventory management tasks, ensuring that the work is contained within a specific timeframe.

Run the Adjust Cost – Item Entries batch job: This is the core action for adjusting inventory costs. This batch job automatically recalculates and updates the costs of all inventory items to reflect the most current and accurate valuation. It's a critical step for systems that use costing methods like average cost or FIFO, which might require periodic re-evaluation.

Run Post Inventory Cost to G/L: Once the inventory item costs have been adjusted, the next logical step is to post these updated values to the general ledger (G/L). This action synchronizes the inventory sub-ledger with the financial records, ensuring that the company's financial statements accurately reflect the true value of its inventory.

Close the inventory period: After all adjustments are made and costs are posted to the G/L, you must close the inventory period. Closing the period prevents any new entries or changes from affecting the adjusted costs, thereby maintaining the integrity of the financial data and satisfying audit and compliance requirements.