NSC | Understanding Bin Sequence Number vs WMS Pick Seq No in NetSuite WMS

Scenario:
The user wanted clarification on the difference between the Sequence Number and WMS Pick Seq No fields used on NetSuite bins. Specifically, they wanted to understand how these fields affect WMS wave generation, pick task bin recommendations, sorting behavior, and what happens when one or both fields are blank.

Solution:
In NetSuite WMS, the Sequence Number field is the primary field used to determine bin priority during picking operations.

When WMS generates pick tasks or recommends bins for order fulfillment:

• Bins are sorted in ascending order based on the Sequence Number
• The bin with the lowest sequence number is prioritized first for picking