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

SAP Term: substitution strategy

• Component: CA-ATP

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

• Description: A substitution strategy defines what kind of substitutions are allowed and in which order the substitutions shall be determined. In addition, the substitution strategy defines which parameters shall be taken into account when the strategy is evaluated, for example, subitem, MISL.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Substitution strategy is a feature of the SAP Available-to-Promise (ATP) component. It allows users to substitute an item for another item in order to fulfill an order. This is useful when the original item is not available or when a customer requests a different item. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The substitution strategy can be used in the SAP system by setting up a substitution rule. This rule defines which items can be substituted for each other and under what conditions. The substitution rule can be set up in the SAP system using the Substitution Strategy Maintenance (transaction code CA-ATP-SSM). 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a substitution rule, it is important to consider the customer’s preferences and any restrictions that may apply. For example, if a customer has requested a specific item, it may not be possible to substitute another item. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on the substitution strategy, please refer to the SAP Help documentation on Available-to-Promise (ATP) (https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/CA-ATP/).