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# What is a Wave Template?

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*Note: This article will only apply to you if your system is subscribed to a Full WMS.*
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Wave templates serve as a guide on how to handle the allocation of items, especially when those items are available in multiple locations within a warehouse. They help specify which location should be used to fulfill an order while considering factors such as inventory availability, order priority, and operational efficiency. Wave templates are essential for optimizing the order fulfillment process and ensuring that items are allocated effectively based on predefined criteria.

For instance, when an item is available in two locations, some in Location #1 and some in Location #2, a Wave Template can be employed to determine from which location it should be allocated. This is crucial for controlling the handling of waving in the system.

### Creating Wave Template

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To create a wave template, go to **Menu > Admin > Warehouse > Wave Template**
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When creating a wave template, begin by providing store information, giving a name to the wave template, and selecting the sequence of the location from which inventory will be allocated.

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#### Wave Template Fields

<table><thead><tr><th width="219.3333740234375">Field</th><th>Description</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Default For Store</td><td>Select this option to set this wave template as the default template for that particular store.</td></tr><tr><td>Store</td><td>Select the store this wave template for.</td></tr><tr><td>Template Name</td><td>Enter a name for this wave template.</td></tr><tr><td>Description</td><td>Enter a description for this wave template.</td></tr><tr><td>Location Class Allocation</td><td>Select a priority for a location’s class. So for example, if “Active First, Reserve Second” is selected, items from active locations will be waved first and then if necessary from reserve locations. Selecting “All” will not prioritize either.</td></tr><tr><td>Location Pick Sort</td><td>Determine the sequence of lines in the wave. If “Pick Sequence, Display Location” is selected, it will sort the wave lines by the Pick Sequence fields of locations first and then Display Location. Use this setting to optimize picking routes in the warehouse.</td></tr><tr><td>Consolidation Location</td><td>Select the Consolidation Location for the shipment.</td></tr></tbody></table>

Once you've set up the wave template information, you can add the sequence for Location Zones. This will establish a priority for zones from which items will be allocated. Items from the first zone will be waved first, followed by those from the second zone (if there is one).

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Next, add the sequence for the Location Type. This means items from the first location type will be waved first, followed by those from the second location type (if there is one).

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Finally, define the priority sequence of Locations.

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Once you've entered the desired information, click on "Save" to create the wave template.

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