Add All Order Items SKU to Order Number in WooCommerce

Описание: Learn how to modify your WooCommerce order numbers by including SKUs and quantities of ordered items with this easy-to-follow guide.
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Add All Order Items SKU to Order Number in WooCommerce: A Comprehensive Guide

When running an e-commerce website using WooCommerce, having a unique and informative order number can significantly enhance tracking and usability for both the store owner and the customers. A common request among WooCommerce users is how to customize the order number format so that it includes not only the order ID but also relevant SKU information about the products ordered. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at how you can easily accomplish this with a simple modification to your theme’s functions.php file.

The Problem

You may find yourself wanting to modify the order number to include specific product information like the SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) and the quantity of items ordered. For example, rather than just having an order number like # 123, it would be more informative to format it as 2xSKU_A_1xSKU_B_123. This way, both you and your customers can have a clearer view of what items were purchased just by looking at the order number.

The Solution

The solution involves adding a custom function to your WordPress website’s functions.php file. Below, we will outline how to implement this step-by-step.

Step 1: Access Your Theme's functions.php File

Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard.

Navigate to Appearance Theme Editor.

Locate and select the functions.php file from the right-hand sidebar.

Step 2: Add the Custom Function

Insert the following code snippet at the end of your functions.php file:

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Step 3: Understanding the Code

Here’s a breakdown of what this code does:

Using the add_filter Hook: The code uses the woocommerce_order_number filter to customize the format of the order number.

Initializing an Array: $prefix is an array initialized to collect strings that represent each ordered item’s quantity and SKU.

Looping Through Order Items: The foreach loop iterates through each item in the order, fetching the product object so we can pull its SKU.

Building the Prefix: Each product’s quantity and SKU are appended to the $prefix array.

Returning the New Order Number: Finally, the implode function combines these strings with underscores and appends the original order number.

Step 4: Save Changes

After adding the above function, click on the "Update File" button to save your changes.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can successfully include SKUs and item quantities in your WooCommerce order numbers, making it more intuitive and informative for order tracking. This small adjustment can significantly enhance the usability of your WooCommerce store, providing both you and your customers with better insights into their orders.

By leveraging the power of WooCommerce customizability, you can further tailor your e-commerce experience to meet your needs. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out!