Which setting allows returned items to be counted as part of inventory?

The correct setting to allow returned items to be counted as part of inventory is found by checking the "Restock" checkbox during the receiving return process. When this option is selected, it signifies that the returned item should be added back to the inventory. This is crucial in inventory management as it ensures that the stock levels are accurately maintained and do not reflect artificially low counts due to returned items.

Additionally, when this checkbox is marked, the system processes the item as being returned to stock, thus enabling it to be sold again in the future. This is particularly important in businesses that need a real-time view of their available inventory for operations, replenishment, and sales forecasting.

While other settings might affect various aspects of returns and inventory management, they do not specifically trigger the reinstatement of items into the inventory like the "Restock" checkbox does. For example, marking a return authorization as "Pending Receipt" pertains more to the status tracking of the return process rather than inventory reconciliation. Similarly, the option to clear the "Discard" checkbox pertains to the physical handling of the items but does not have a direct impact on how returns are managed in inventory records. Lastly, the setting that allows inventory to be made available at a location is relevant, but it