What is product class in SAP AP-PPE - FND Integrated Product and Process Engineering?

SAP Term: product class

• Component: AP-PPE

• Component Name: FND Integrated Product and Process Engineering

• Description: The class for a product structure in iPPE which is created in the same way as any other class in the R/3 classification system. It contains the characteristics which describe a product. There are two different types of product class: structuring and those which can be assembled. The product class that can be assembled is on the lowest level in the class hierarchy. It contains the final product which is assembled, "Racing bike ABC" or "Mountain bike XYZ", for example. A structuring product class would be, for example, "Bike", to which the above-mentioned product classes "Mountain bike XYZ" and "Racing bike ABC" would be assigned. The product class "Bike" is not an actual product that is produced.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Product class is a component of the SAP AP-PPE FND Integrated Product and Process Engineering module. It is used to define the characteristics of a product, such as its size, shape, color, and other attributes. It also helps to organize products into categories for easier management. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Product classes can be created in the SAP system by entering the relevant information into the product class master data. This includes the product class name, description, and any other relevant attributes. Once created, product classes can be used to assign products to specific categories for easier management. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating product classes, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is entered accurately. This will help to ensure that products are correctly assigned to the correct categories. Additionally, it is important to keep product classes up-to-date with any changes in product attributes or categories. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on product classes and how they are used in SAP AP-PPE FND Integrated Product and Process Engineering, please refer to the official SAP documentation.