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Unidentified Receiving Orders (UROs) are assigned when incoming shipments cannot be received within standard turnaround times due to missing or inaccurate information. Understanding URO triggers and resolution procedures helps you avoid delays and additional fees.

What is a URO?

When a shipment arrives at a Jetpack fulfillment center without proper identification or documentation, the system places the boxes or pallets on hold and assigns a URO Tag number for tracking purposes.
Basic Requirement: Every box or pallet that arrives at a Jetpack fulfillment center must have a Warehouse Receiving Order (WRO) or associated tracking number.
Without this information, receiving teams cannot process your inventory, resulting in a URO assignment.

Key Policy Terms

Automatic Disposal: Jetpack will dispose of any un-linked URO automatically after 90 days. This timeline is firm to manage warehouse capacity and maintain operational efficiency.

WRO Completion Timeline

All WROs are marked complete 28 days after the first box or pallet delivery, regardless of whether all expected boxes have arrived at the fulfillment center.
Important Implications:
  • Shipments arriving after the 28-day window will trigger UROs
  • Split shipments must arrive within 28 days to avoid UROs
  • Delayed freight may result in URO fees

URO Pricing (USA Hubs)

Each URO type has a grace period before daily storage fees begin to accrue.
URO TypeGrace PeriodDaily Cost
No WRO24 Hours$25
WRO Overage72 Hours$10
Lot Number Mismatch72 Hours$10
Barcode Issue72 Hours$10
Return to Sender96 Hours$5
Other Issues72 Hours$10
Fees begin accruing immediately after the grace period ends and continue daily until the URO is resolved or reaches the 90-day disposal threshold.

Common URO Triggers

Understanding what causes UROs helps you prevent them from occurring.
No WRO Created:
  • Shipment sent without creating a warehouse receiving order
  • WRO created after inventory already shipped
  • WRO not submitted or saved properly
Missing Tracking Information:
  • No tracking number provided on WRO
  • Incorrect tracking number entered
  • Tracking number not linked to shipment
WRO Overage:
  • Additional unlisted items included in shipment
  • Quantity discrepancies exceeding 10% variance
  • Quantity discrepancies exceeding 25+ units
  • Extra boxes not documented on WRO
Resolution Required:
  • Update WRO to reflect actual quantities
  • Create additional WRO for overage items
Barcode Problems:
  • Incorrect barcodes on products
  • Missing barcodes on units
  • Barcodes not matching product catalog
  • Damaged or unreadable barcodes
Unlabeled Similar SKUs:
  • Multiple similar products without clear identification
  • Products lacking distinguishing barcodes
  • Variants not properly labeled
Lot Number Mismatches:
  • Lot numbers on products don’t match WRO
  • Missing lot number information
  • Incorrect lot number formatting
Digital/Merged Items:
  • Digital products incorrectly sent to fulfillment center
  • Merged SKUs not properly configured
  • Virtual products shipped as physical inventory
Dangerous Goods:
  • HAZMAT products without proper approval
  • Missing Safety Data Sheets
  • Incorrect dangerous goods classification
Late Arrivals:
  • Shipments arriving after 28-day WRO window closed
  • Delayed freight not communicated
  • Split shipments with extended delivery timelines
Return Order Issues:
  • Improperly marked return orders
  • Returns without proper authorization
  • Customer returns sent as new inventory
Duplicate Labels:
  • Same box label used on multiple boxes
  • Copied or reprinted box labels
  • Non-unique identification numbers

Resolution Process

Follow these steps to resolve a URO and avoid ongoing daily fees.
1

Review Notification Email

Jetpack sends an automated email when a URO is created, including:
  • URO ID number
  • Fulfillment center location
  • Brief description of the issue
  • Images of received items (when available)
2

Access On Hold Receiving

Navigate to the On Hold Receiving section in your Jetpack dashboard to view all pending UROs.
3

Verify Item Ownership

Review provided images and descriptions to confirm the items belong to your account. Contact Merchant Care immediately if items are not yours.
4

Create or Link WRO

Option 1: Create New WRO
  • Create a new warehouse receiving order
  • Include the URO ID number in the WRO details
  • Specify all items and quantities
Option 2: Link Existing WRO
  • Locate the appropriate WRO in “Awaiting Arrival” status
  • Add the URO ID to the WRO
  • Update quantities if needed
5

Include Box Numbers

Add the associated box number or pallet ID from the URO notification to ensure proper matching.
6

Save and Submit

Save your completed WRO to trigger the receiving process. The URO will be resolved within 24-48 hours.
WRO Status Requirement: Only WROs in “Awaiting Arrival” status can be linked to UROs. WROs marked as “Complete” cannot be reopened or linked.

Prevention Best Practices

Avoid UROs by following these best practices:
  • Before Shipping
  • During Preparation
  • Tracking & Communication
Create WRO First:
  • Always create your WRO before shipping inventory
  • Double-check all product SKUs and quantities
  • Include accurate tracking information
  • Save and submit WRO before generating box labels
Verify Product Setup:
  • Ensure all SKUs exist in product catalog
  • Confirm barcodes are correctly configured
  • Check for special requirements (lot tracking, expiration dates)
  • Verify HAZMAT products have approval

URO Fee Management

Each URO type includes a grace period before fees begin:
  • Use grace period to quickly resolve issues
  • Fees calculated from end of grace period
  • No retroactive fee waivers after grace period expires
Daily fees accrue based on URO type:
  • Fees charged per calendar day
  • Multiple UROs charged separately
  • Fees continue until resolution or disposal
  • Final fees added to monthly invoice
Contact Merchant Care within 7 days if:
  • You believe the URO was created in error
  • System issues prevented proper WRO creation
  • Jetpack error caused the URO
  • You have documentation supporting your case

90-Day Disposal Policy

Automatic Disposal Timeline:
  • Day 1-90: URO remains on hold, daily fees accrue
  • Day 90: Final notification sent to merchant
  • Day 91+: Inventory automatically disposed of
  • No refunds or compensation after disposal
Disposal Process:
  • Inventory is removed from warehouse
  • URO closed in system
  • No recovery option available
  • All accrued fees remain due
If you receive a URO notification and are unsure how to resolve it, contact Merchant Care immediately. Our team can help you identify the issue and walk you through the resolution process to minimize fees and prevent disposal.