To manage multiple subcontractors in Odoo with separate virtual locations and distinct accounting, follow these steps:

Step-by-Step Setup:

1. Create Virtual Locations:

• Go to Inventory > Configuration > Locations
• Click Create
• Set Location Type to Vendor or Internal, depending on your needs
• Name the location clearly (e.g., “Subcontractor A Location”)

2. Assign Subcontractors:

• Create or edit subcontractor vendors in Purchases > Vendors
• Link their deliveries or operations to their respective virtual location in your subcontracting BoM or stock rules

3. Enable Subcontracting:

• Go to Manufacturing > Configuration > Settings
• Enable Subcontracting

4. Set up Separate Accounting (if needed):

• Go to Accounting > Configuration > Chart of Accounts
• Create subcontractor-specific expense accounts
• Then, in Inventory Valuation / Product Categories, assign those accounts appropriately for items handled by subcontractors

5. Use Routes and Rules:

• Under Inventory > Configuration > Routes, define custom routes per subcontractor
• This helps in directing goods flows through the right virtual location

This setup ensures that you can track stock and cost flows per subcontractor accurately.

If you need help configuring advanced inventory and accounting workflows in Odoo, the team at Wan Buffer Services is here to support your implementation with tailored guidance.