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Two Inventory Valuation Methods

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Hi:
 
A manufacturer wants to use a blend of two valuation methods.
 
He wants the manufactured items to use Standard Cost, while purchased items use FIFO.
 
From both a Best Practices and technical standpoint, what are the issues with this procedure (if any)?
 
Thanks!
 
John
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    Teddy Herryanto (That NAV Guy) Profile Picture
    14,284 Super User 2025 Season 2 on at
    This is quite common.
    You just need to setup raw materials to use FIFO and finished goods to use Standard Cost.
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    OussamaSabbouh Profile Picture
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    Hello John,
     
    Mixing Standard for manufactured items and FIFO for purchased items is totally supported in BC/NAV.
    No technical issues — it’s actually a common setup in manufacturing.
     
    Only things to watch:
     
    You must maintain Standard Cost rolls for produced items.
     
    Variances will appear (normal for Standard).
     
    Materials consumed still use FIFO layers — this is expected.
     
     
    So: Allowed, safe, and widely used.
     
    Regards,
    Oussama Sabbouh

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