How to Fix Inventory Quantity Sync Issues Between Webgility Desktop and Walmart
This article helps users of Webgility Desktop troubleshoot issues where on-hand inventory quantities are not updating on Walmart despite successful item syncs. It guides users through identifying root causes, gathering necessary data, and resolving the problem to ensure accurate inventory synchronization between Webgility Desktop and Walmart.
Initial Issue Verification
Before diving into troubleshooting, gather these essential details:
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List of affected SKUs or items
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The expected vs. actual quantity shown on Walmart
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Your current Webgility Desktop version (ensure it’s the latest)
Step 1: Isolate the Scope
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Log in to Walmart Seller Center
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Locate the affected item and verify if the inventory displayed matches your expectations
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Check if there were any manual overrides or changes recently made directly in Walmart
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Run a Manual Sync in Webgility
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Go to the affected item and use the Sync Now feature
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Watch for any error messages or sync warnings
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Step 2: Review Common Causes and Fixes
1. Communication Delays
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Walmart’s system may take 2–4 hours to reflect updated inventory.
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Wait and monitor the product listing before taking further action.
2. API Connection Errors
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Check the sales channel integration settings in Webgility.
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Look for issues like API limit reached, authentication failures, or expired tokens.
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If needed, reconnect the Walmart account using valid API credentials.
3. Data Mapping Issues
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Verify that the SKU and product ID match in both Webgility and Walmart.
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Look out for duplicate listings or items with outdated SKUs.
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If mismatches are found, remap or update the item in Webgility’s product catalog.
4. Item Restrictions on Walmart
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Some products may be unpublished, under review, or restricted.
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In Walmart Seller Center, navigate to:
Products > Edit Items > Item Status -
Resolve any listing or compliance issues before retrying the sync.
5. Download Data from Scratch
If none of the above resolves the issue:
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Go to Webgility Desktop and re-download both accounting data and store item data
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This helps refresh the product catalog and clear stale or outdated mappings