What is consignment in SAP CA-RT-CAR-OAA - Omnichannel Article Availability?

SAP Term: consignment

• Component: CA-RT-CAR-OAA

• Component Name: Omnichannel Article Availability

• Description: Articles issued or received in one delivery.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Consignment is a type of inventory management in which goods are placed at a customer's premises by the supplier, but remain the property of the supplier until they are sold. The SAP CA-RT-CAR-OAA Omnichannel Article Availability component allows customers to check the availability of consigned items in real time. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The CA-RT-CAR-OAA component can be used to manage consigned items in SAP. It allows customers to check the availability of consigned items in real time, and provides an overview of all consigned items in a single view. The component also allows customers to place orders for consigned items, and provides an automated process for managing the delivery and return of consigned items. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the CA-RT-CAR-OAA component, it is important to ensure that all consigned items are accurately tracked and monitored. This can be done by setting up a system for tracking and monitoring consigned items, such as using barcodes or RFID tags. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all consigned items are properly stored and handled, as this can affect their availability and quality. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The CA-RT-CAR-OAA component is part of the SAP Omnichannel Article Availability solution, which provides customers with real-time visibility into inventory availability across multiple channels. Additionally, the SAP Inventory Management solution provides customers with tools for managing inventory levels and tracking inventory movements.