AI/ML

    Set Up n8n Automation Workflows for Supply Chain Monitoring and Reporting


    Overview

    n8n monitors inventory levels in SAP, alerts procurement via WhatsApp when stock drops below a threshold and generates a purchase order.

    Prerequisites

    • n8n installed.
    • SAP system with API access.
    • A WhatsApp account with Twilio integration.
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    Workflow Setup

    Prepare n8n Environment

    • Navigate to http://localhost:5678 (or your n8n hosted URL) and log in.
    • Click “Workflows,” then “+ New,” and name it (e.g., “Supply Chain Monitor”). Click “+” to start.

     

    Trigger Node: Schedule

    Node: Schedule

    Settings:

    • Interval: Every hour

    Output: Trigger signal.

     

    Inventory Node: SAP

    Node: SAP

    Settings:

    • Credentials: SAP API key
    • Resource: Inventory
    • Operation: Get
    • Filter: Stock < 100 units

    Output: Low stock data (e.g., {{ $json.items }}).

     

    Alert Node: WhatsApp (Twilio)

    Node: Twilio

    Settings:

    • Credentials: Twilio API key
    • To: Procurement team number
    • Message: Stock low for {{ $node["SAP"].json.items[0].name }}: {{ $node["SAP"].json.items[0].quantity }} units

    Output: Alert sent.

     

    Order Node: SAP

    Node: SAP

    Settings:

    • Resource: Purchase Order
    • Operation: Create
    • Item: {{ $node["SAP"].json.items[0].name }}
    • Quantity: 500

    Output: Order generated.

     

    Workflow Summary

    • Flow: Schedule (trigger) → SAP (check) → Twilio (alert) → SAP (order).
    • Execution: ~20 seconds.

    Benefits

    • Prevents stockouts with instant alerts.
    • Speeds up reordering by ~85%.
    • Enhances supply chain visibility.

    Troubleshooting

    • SAP Fail: Verify API credentials.

    • WhatsApp Issues: Check Twilio setup.

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