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What is unit of measurement in SAP BC-SRV-ASF - General Service Functions?


SAP Term: unit of measurement

  • Component: BC-SRV-ASF

  • Component Name: General Service Functions

  • Description: A value for a physical size. Units of measurement are used for internal conversion purposes. There are standardized names ISO codes for all units of measurement. Examples: Length dimensions include meter, centimeter, and inch Time dimensions include second, minute, and hour


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  • Key Concepts: 
    Unit of measurement is a term used in SAP to refer to the unit of measure used to define the quantity of a material or service. This unit of measure is used to define the quantity of a material or service in a purchase order, sales order, or other document. It is also used to define the quantity of a material or service in an inventory document. 
    
    How to use it: 
    In SAP, the unit of measurement is defined in the material master record. The unit of measurement can be changed at any time by changing the value in the material master record. The unit of measurement can also be changed in the purchase order, sales order, or other document. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When creating a purchase order, sales order, or other document, it is important to ensure that the unit of measurement is correct. This will ensure that the quantity of the material or service is accurately recorded and that any discrepancies are easily identified. 
    
    Related Information: 
    The BC-SRV-ASF General Service Functions component provides services related to units of measurement. These services include conversion between different units of measurement and calculation of quantities based on different units of measurement.
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