Bulk Update Location Inventory in Shopify

Updating inventory for a specific location in Shopify can be a time-consuming task if done manually. Fortunately, Shopify provides several methods to bulk update inventory, streamlining the process managing multiple products across locations

Step 1: Export the Inventory CSV

1. Log in to Shopify Admin: Access your Shopify admin panel by logging in with your credentials.
2. Navigate to Products: From the Shopify admin, go to the “Products” section.
3. Click on Inventory: In the “Products” menu, select “Inventory.”
4. Filter by Location: Use the location filter to select the specific location whose inventory you wish to update.
5. Export Inventory CSV:
   1. Click on the “Export” button.
   2. Choose “Current page” or “All products” based on your needs.
   3. In the “Export as” dropdown, select “CSV for Excel, Numbers, or other spreadsheet programs.”
   4. Click “Export Inventory.”

Step 2: Edit the Inventory CSV

1. Open the CSV File: Once the file is downloaded, open it using Excel, Google Sheets, or any other spreadsheet software.
2. Update Inventory Quantities:

   1. Locate the column for the specific location you filtered for during export.

   2. To Zero Out All Rows
      1. Click on the first cell in the column that you want to set to 0.

      2. Drag the selection down to highlight all the rows in that column.

      3. Press Ctrl + D (Windows) or Cmd + D (Mac) to fill all selected cells with the value from the top cell (0).

   3. Ensure the other fields such as SKU and product title remain unchanged to avoid data issues during re-import.

3. Save the CSV: After making your changes, save the file in CSV format.

Step 3: Import the Updated Inventory CSV

1. Return to Shopify Admin: Go back to the Shopify admin panel.
2. Navigate to Products > Inventory: As before, go to the “Products” section, then select “Inventory.”
3. Import Inventory CSV:
   1. Click on the “Import” button.
   2. Select the updated CSV file you just edited.
   3. Shopify will begin processing the file and update the inventory quantities for the specified warehouse.
4. Review and Confirm:
   1. After the import, review the inventory levels in Shopify to confirm that the updates have been applied correctly.
   2. Shopify will show you a summary of the import process, including any errors or discrepancies that must be addressed.

Troubleshooting

• Inventory Not Updating Correctly: Double-check the CSV file for any formatting errors or discrepancies in SKU codes if the inventory levels do not update as expected.
• Import Errors: If Shopify reports any errors during the import, review the error messages and correct any issues in the CSV file before attempting to re-import.

Conclusion

Bulk updating inventory for a specific warehouse in Shopify can save significant time, especially for merchants managing many SKUs. By following the steps outlined above, you can efficiently manage inventory levels and ensure accuracy across your store’s locations.

For more detailed information, or if you encounter any issues, please contact Shopify support or visit the Shopify Help Center.