Introduction
Deleting unused or inactive SKUs helps sellers maintain an accurate product catalog and simplify inventory management operations. This article explains how to delete SmartHub SKUs in bulk using the bulk upload feature and monitor the upload job status in Amazon SmartHub. Managing your catalog regularly helps improve product organization, reduce listing errors, and maintain accurate inventory records across sales operations.
Prerequisites
Before deleting SKUs from your SmartHub catalog, ensure that:
- You have access to your Amazon SmartHub account.
- You have permission to manage products and bulk uploads.
- The SKUs you want to delete are identified and verified.
- You have spreadsheet available to edit the bulk upload template.
Access the Products Dashboard
Step 1: Sign in to SmartHub
Go to SmartHub and sign in to your SmartHub seller account.
Step 2: Open the Products Section
Click the Products tab to access product management features.
The Products section allows you to manage product listings, bulk uploads, and catalog updates.
Step 3: Open Add or Manage Products
Click Add/Manage Products to view and manage your existing product listings.
Open the Bulk Upload Section
Step 4: Navigate to Bulk Upload
Click Bulk Upload to manage multiple products using file uploads.
Bulk upload actions help reduce manual effort and simplify large-scale catalog management tasks.
Step 5: Select the Operation Type
Click Operation Type to choose the bulk action you want to perform.
Step 6: Choose Delete SmartHub SKU
Select Delete SmartHub SKU to remove products from your SmartHub catalog using SKU-based bulk deletion.
Selecting the correct operation type ensures that the upload request performs the intended catalog action.
Download and Update the Delete SKU Template
Step 7: Download the Bulk Upload Template
Click Download Template to download the Excel template required for the bulk delete process.
Step 8: Add the SmartHub SKUs
Open the template file and add the SmartHub SKUs that need to be deleted. Ensure that all SKU details are reviewed carefully before uploading the file.
Using accurate SKU information helps prevent unintended product deletions.
Note: Ensure you verify the SKU codes before uploading the file, as this action cannot be undone.
Upload the Delete SKU File
Step 9: Upload the Prepared Template
Click Click to Upload to select the completed template file from your device.
Step 10: Start the Upload Process
Click Upload to submit the delete SKU request for processing.
The system will begin validating and processing the uploaded file.
Monitor Upload Job Status
Step 11: Open Job Status
Click Job Status to monitor the progress and results of the bulk delete operation.
Step 12: Review In Progress Status
Review the upload status to track whether the deletion request is still processing or has been completed successfully.
Monitoring job status helps ensure that SKU deletion requests are processed accurately.
What happens after SKU deletion
Once you delete SKUs, they will be removed from the following areas:
- Add/Manage Products page
- Inventory Dashboard
- Inventory inbound scanning
- Inventory adjustment operations
- Audit page scanning
- Other SKU and inventory-related bulk operations
Tip: While deleted SKUs are removed from active inventory management, you can still view them in your Order Module pages. They will appear with a "Deleted SKU" label for historical reference and order tracking purposes.
Important points to remember
Warning: SKU deletion is permanent and cannot be reversed. Once deleted, the SKU cannot be scanned or used in any inventory operations.
Customer Experience
Deleting SKUs from SmartHub will not affect your customers' past orders. Historical order information will continue to display the deleted SKU with a "Deleted SKU" label, ensuring complete order tracking and transparency.
FAQs
1. Can I delete multiple SKUs at once?
Yes. SmartHub allows you to delete multiple SKUs simultaneously using the Bulk Upload feature.
2. What template should I use for deleting SKUs?
You must use the Delete SmartHub SKU bulk upload template downloaded from SmartHub.
3. How can I track the deletion request?
You can monitor the request from the Job Status section after uploading the delete SKU template.
4. What happens if I upload incorrect SKUs?
Incorrect SKU information may result in unintended product deletions. Always verify SKU details before uploading the template.
5. Why should I remove inactive SKUs?
Removing inactive SKUs helps maintain a clean catalog, improves operational efficiency, and ensures accurate product visibility.