unitsitems
Unitsitems are a data construct used in inventory, logistics, and data modeling to express quantities that are tied to a specific item and measured in a defined unit. A unitsitem records how much of a particular item exists, with the unit of measure attached to the item identity to create a precise quantity statement, such as 25 kilograms of rice or 12 liters of milk.
In practice, a unitsitem record typically includes item_id (or SKU), unit_id (or unit name), quantity, and optional
Purpose and applications: unitsitems are used in ERP and inventory management to standardize stock data, enable
Variations: some systems treat unitsitems as a sub-record within a larger item or transaction, while others
See also: Units of measure, Inventory management, Bill of materials, SKU.