Verifying Current Stock Levels for Orders
An inventory specialist needs to quickly check the current stock level of a specific item before placing a new order or confirming availability for a customer. Manual checks are slow and prone to errors, especially with a large inventory, potentially leading to overstocking or stockouts.
=XLOOKUP("ITM004",A2:A5,C2:C5,"Item Not in Inventory",0) How it works: This XLOOKUP formula efficiently finds the specified Item Code ("ITM004") within the 'ItemCode' column (A2:A5). It then returns its corresponding 'StockLevel' from column C (C2:C5). The 'if_not_found' argument ensures that a clear message is displayed if the item code isn't found, preventing confusion. The 'match_mode' of 0 ensures an exact match, crucial for accurate inventory checks.
Data Setup
| ItemCode | ItemName | StockLevel |
|---|---|---|
| ITM001 | Widget A | 150 |
| ITM002 | Gadget B | 75 |
| ITM003 | Doodad C | 200 |
| ITM004 | Thingamajig D | 30 |
Step-by-Step Guide
Input the Item Code you want to search for (e.g., "ITM004").
Select the lookup array, which is the range containing all Item Codes (A2:A5).
Select the return array, which is the range containing the corresponding Stock Levels (C2:C5).
Provide a custom message for 'if_not_found' (e.g., "Item Not in Inventory") for items not found.
Optionally, specify the 'match_mode' as 0 for an exact match (though it's the default).
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