What is 'Product Cost by Period' in SAP CO-PC - Product Cost Controlling?

Product Cost by Period - Overview

• Component: CO-PC

• Component Name: Product Cost Controlling

• Description: A component that determines the cost of products by period. The cost object can be the following: Production cost collector Cost object hierarchy and its cost object nodes, to which materials, run schedule headers, production orders, and process orders can be assigned

Product Cost by Period - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Product Cost by Period (CO-PC) is a component of SAP Product Cost Controlling (CO-PC) that allows users to analyze and compare the cost of a product over different periods. It enables users to track the cost of a product over time, and to identify any changes in cost that may have occurred. This helps users to better understand the cost structure of their products and make more informed decisions about pricing and production. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Product Cost by Period can be accessed through the SAP system. To use it, users must first enter the product code and period for which they want to analyze the cost. The system will then generate a report that shows the cost of the product over the specified period. The report can be used to compare costs between different periods, as well as to identify any changes in cost that may have occurred. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using Product Cost by Period, it is important to remember that the cost of a product can vary depending on factors such as production volume, raw material costs, and labor costs. Therefore, it is important to take these factors into account when analyzing the cost of a product over time. Additionally, it is important to remember that Product Cost by Period only provides an overview of the cost of