What is substitution in SAP CA-ATP - Available-to-Promise (ATP)?

SAP Term: substitution

• Component: CA-ATP

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

• Description: A substitution is a material, plant, or material-plant combination that is valid for a requirement that cannot be confirmed as originally requested in a business document for example, sales order. For example, material A from plant 1 can be substituted with material A from plant 2 when material A is not available in plant 1.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Substitution in SAP CA-ATP Available-to-Promise (ATP) is a feature that allows users to substitute one material for another in order to fulfill an order. This feature is useful when the original material is not available or when a different material can be used to fulfill the order more efficiently. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Substitution in SAP CA-ATP Available-to-Promise (ATP) can be enabled by setting up a substitution rule in the system. This rule defines which materials can be substituted for each other and under what conditions. Once the rule is set up, the system will automatically suggest substitutions when an order is placed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up substitution rules, it is important to consider the availability of materials, cost, and customer preferences. It is also important to ensure that the substituted material meets all of the requirements of the original material. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on substitution in SAP CA-ATP Available-to-Promise (ATP), please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP representative.