Assets & inventory
Return or unassign an asset
Admin/HR: close an active assignment and record the asset's return condition.
What this does
Admin/HR: end an active employee assignment and record the asset's return condition.
Before you start
The asset must be Assigned.
Steps
- Open the asset from Assets using Edit asset.
- In Assignment & Location, choose the return Condition and enter optional Custody Notes.
- Select Return.
Result
The active assignment closes and the asset is unassigned. A normal return makes it Available; a damaged or lost return makes it Repair.
Related/Next guide: Asset status and lifecycle.
Related articles
- Asset status and lifecycleUnderstand the implemented asset statuses and how assignment and return affect them.
- View asset custody historyAdmin/HR: review an asset's assignment, transfer, and return records.
- Recover assets during offboardingAdmin/HR: review assigned assets and record their return during an employee exit.