What is alternative-based confirmation in SAP CA-ATP - Available-to-Promise (ATP)?

SAP Term: alternative-based confirmation

• Component: CA-ATP

• Component Name: Available-to-Promise (ATP)

• Description: Alternative-Based Confirmation includes alternatives when calculating the best possible confirmation during a product availability check for a sales order. An alternative can be a suitable replacement material and/or delivery from a different plant.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Alternative-based confirmation is a feature of the SAP Available-to-Promise (ATP) component. It allows customers to select an alternative product when the requested item is not available. This helps to ensure that customers can still receive the product they need, even if it is not the exact item they requested. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Alternative-based confirmation can be enabled in the SAP ATP configuration. Once enabled, customers will be presented with alternative products when their requested item is not available. The customer can then select an alternative product that meets their needs. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When configuring alternative-based confirmation, it is important to ensure that the alternative products are of similar quality and value as the requested item. This will help to ensure customer satisfaction and reduce returns. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Alternative-based confirmation is part of the SAP ATP component, which also includes features such as availability checks and stock reservation. For more information on SAP ATP, please refer to the official SAP documentation.