The Bill of Materials (BOM) table’s auto-generate feature uses structured product data to streamline the creation of both Output Only and Complex BOM configurations. By referencing previously defined products, users can quickly generate output relationships or more detailed input-output mappings that define how multiple components contribute to finished goods. This structured reuse reduces manual setup effort, ensures consistency across production processes, and supports rapid model scaling in manufacturing and supply planning scenarios.
In Output Only mode, the system defines products that are produced without explicitly listing their inputs—ideal for high-level planning. In Complex mode, users can specify both input and output products along with their associated quantities, enabling detailed modeling of production recipes or assembly processes. This flexibility allows for accurate cost, capacity, and material flow modeling throughout the supply chain.