#Managing Batch wise Inventory

To maintain batches against an Item you need to mention 'has batch no' as yes in the Item Master. You can create a new Batch from:

`Stock > Documents > Batch > New`

To learn more about batch check out the manual page at: https://manual.erpnext.com/contents/stock/batch

While making a purchase receipt or delivery note, mention the batch number against the item. 

**Batch No. in Purchase Receipt**

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**Batch No. in Delivery Note**

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Batch-wise Stock Balance Report 

To check batch-wise stock balance report, go to:

`Stock > Standard Reports > Batch-wise Balance History`