What is phase-out date in SAP CA-RT-AP - SAP Assortment Planning?

SAP Term: phase-out date

• Component: CA-RT-AP

• Component Name: SAP Assortment Planning

• Description: The date when the planned markdown of a product or product variant begins.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A phase-out date is a date set by SAP Assortment Planning (CA-RT-AP) to indicate when a product should no longer be available for sale. This date is used to help retailers plan their inventory and ensure that they are not stocking products that are no longer in demand. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The phase-out date is set by the retailer and can be adjusted as needed. It is important to note that the phase-out date does not necessarily mean that the product will be completely removed from the store, but rather that it will no longer be actively promoted or stocked. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep track of the phase-out dates for all products in order to ensure that the store is not stocking outdated products. Additionally, it is important to keep an eye on the phase-out dates of competitors’ products in order to stay competitive in the market. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The phase-out date is just one of many features of SAP Assortment Planning (CA-RT-AP). Other features include product assortment planning, pricing optimization, and inventory management.