How it works
Follow these 3 simple steps to create Xero inventory items automatically from your new Shopify products
Product Created
Product Created
Loop Over Variants
Loop Over Variants
Create Item
Create Item
Make it your own
Customize this workflow even further:
Filter by product type or vendor
Add conditions to only sync certain product categories to Xero, such as excluding digital products or only syncing items from specific suppliers.
Set custom Xero accounts and tax codes
Configure different chart of accounts or tax settings for various product types, helping maintain proper accounting categories automatically.
Add notification alerts
Send Slack messages or emails when sync errors occur or when high-value items get added to inventory, keeping your team informed of important changes.
Update existing items instead of creating duplicates
Modify the workflow to check if Xero items already exist and update them rather than creating new records, preventing duplicate inventory entries.
Frequently asked questions
What happens if a Shopify variant doesn't have a SKU?
The workflow uses the variant SKU as the Xero item code, so variants without SKUs will create Xero items with blank codes. Consider adding SKUs to all variants before enabling this workflow, or modify the step to use variant IDs as backup codes.
Can this workflow handle products with multiple variants like size and color combinations?
Yes, each unique variant combination becomes a separate Xero item. A t-shirt with 3 sizes and 4 colors creates 12 individual Xero items, each with its own SKU, price, and inventory quantity for accurate tracking.
Will this sync inventory quantity changes from Shopify to existing Xero items?
No, this workflow only creates new Xero items when products are first created in Shopify. To keep inventory quantities in sync after creation, you'll need a separate workflow that triggers on inventory updates and modifies existing Xero item quantities.
What is a template?
MESA templates are fully pre-configured workflows built and vetted by Shopify Experts. Unlike competitor templates that provide basic scaffolds requiring extensive setup, MESA templates come with all data variables properly mapped, required fields configured, and steps ready to activate. You can turn them on immediately and start automating.
Can I customize a template?
Absolutely! While our templates work out-of-the-box, every step can be personalized to match your exact business requirements. Add conditional logic, integrate additional apps, or build more sophisticated workflows. MESA's templates provide a solid foundation that you can expand as needed.
Are templates free?
Yes! Our entire library of expert-built, production-ready templates is free to use. Unlike platforms that charge for premium templates or provide only basic scaffolds, MESA gives you access to hundreds of fully-configured, vetted workflows at no additional cost.
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