Configuration to Allow Accepting Orders Based on Incoming Stock

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Description

We want to introduce a configuration option in nxtbn to control whether merchants can keep accepting orders when there is no available stock, but there is incoming stock from purchases or stock transfers.

This feature aims to address scenarios where merchants need to handle customer orders proactively, leveraging incoming inventory to avoid losing sales opportunities.

Objective

• Test the practicality and real-world applicability of this feature to determine its value for merchants.
• Implement the feature if it proves beneficial.
• Ensure the system remains robust and bug-free after implementation.
• Write comprehensive test cases to cover all edge cases and maintain the integrity of existing functionality.

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Acceptance Criteria

1. Configuration Option:

   • Add a toggle or setting in the system to enable or disable the acceptance of orders based on incoming stock.

2. Functionality:

   • If enabled, allow orders to be placed even when the current stock is insufficient, provided there is incoming stock.
   • Ensure accurate updates to stock levels when the incoming stock arrives.

3. Testing Requirements:

   • Perform rigorous testing to validate the feasibility and utility of the feature in real-world scenarios.
   • Test its impact on other functionalities, such as:
     • Order processing
     • Inventory management
     • Reporting and analytics
     • Notifications and alerts

4. Bug-Free Implementation:

   • Confirm that the feature does not introduce new bugs or regressions.
   • Ensure all existing features function seamlessly as before.

5. Test Cases:

   • Write test cases for:
     • Enabling and disabling the configuration option.
     • Placing orders with incoming stock enabled and disabled.
     • Edge cases like partial stock availability, simultaneous orders, and delayed stock arrivals.
     • Interactions with other inventory-related configurations.

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Tasks

• Add a configuration option for accepting orders based on incoming stock.
• Implement logic to handle orders with incoming stock.
• Test the feature's practicality in real-world scenarios.
• Ensure no regressions in existing functionality.
• Write and execute test cases for the new feature.

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Notes

• The feature's practicality should be evaluated in collaboration with merchants during the testing phase.
• Feedback from merchants will determine whether the feature becomes a permanent addition.

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Additional Considerations

• Document the feature in the system's user guide.
• Monitor for any unintended side effects post-deployment.