Explanation
Box 1: Tracking dimension
To resolve the issue of identifying items by lot, you should use the tracking dimension in Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management. Tracking dimensions allow you to track and manage inventory items based on specific attributes such as lot numbers, serial numbers, or batch numbers. In this case, you can use the lot number as a tracking dimension to ensure that each prepackaged meal can be tracked and managed according to its specific lot. This will help the company to hold specific lots when vendors communicate any risk of exposure and maintain accurate inventory levels for reordering purposes. Reference: - Microsoft Docs:
Configure tracking dimension groups (Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management):
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/dynamics365/supply-chain/inventory/configure-tracking-dimension-groups Box 2: Batch dispositionA batch disposition is a status that indicates whether a batch can be used in production or sales processes1. You can use batch disposition codes to exclude batches from master planning calculation by setting the Include in planning field to No1. This way, you can prevent the held item lots from being reordered until they are confirmed safe by the vendor.