The graphic above depicts the setup steps involved in an opportunity count.

Unlike cycle counts, opportunity counts are triggered automatically by stock movements. Certain conditions-for example when stock is picked or transferred-causes the system to check the opportunity count threshold for that item.

If this is found to be at or below the threshold level set using the Opp Cnt Threshold field, the system initiates a cycle count. This allows cycle counts to be performed on an on-going basis, reducing the need to do a large cycle count all at once.

Also, if the OPC frequency is over the date specified in the Last OPC Date (Location), the system triggers an opportunity count.