What is Supplier Assessment Run in SAP AP-SPA - Supplier Performance Assessment?

SAP Term: Supplier Assessment Run

• Component: AP-SPA

• Component Name: Supplier Performance Assessment

• Description: A specification for and execution of an automated run that creates supplier assessment results based on a selection of supplier questionnaire and transaction assessments.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Supplier Assessment Run is a component of the SAP Supplier Performance Assessment (AP-SPA) module. It allows users to evaluate the performance of their suppliers and identify areas for improvement. The assessment run is based on a set of criteria that can be customized to meet the specific needs of the organization. The results of the assessment are used to create an overall score for each supplier, which can then be used to make decisions about future business relationships.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the Supplier Assessment Run, users must first define the criteria they want to use for the assessment. This includes selecting the categories and subcategories that will be used to evaluate each supplier. Once this is done, users can then enter the data for each supplier into the system. The system will then generate an overall score for each supplier based on their performance in each category.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up the criteria for the Supplier Assessment Run, it is important to ensure that all relevant categories and subcategories are included. This will ensure that all aspects of a supplier’s performance are taken into account when generating an overall score. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update the criteria as needed in order to ensure that it remains relevant and up-to-date.
  
  Related Information: 
  The SAP Supplier Performance Assessment (AP-SPA) module also includes other components such as Supplier Evaluation, Supplier Qualification, and Supplier Relationship Management. These components can be used in conjunction with the Supplier Assessment Run in order to provide a comprehensive view of a supplier’s performance and identify areas for improvement.