What is logical stock in SAP IS-A-JIT - Just-In-Time Processing?

SAP Term: logical stock

• Component: IS-A-JIT

• Component Name: Just-In-Time Processing

• Description: Stock including special stocks and stock categories that is managed in the WM storage location in the SAP System.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Logical stock is a concept used in SAP's IS-A-JIT Just-In-Time Processing. It is a virtual representation of the actual stock of a material that is stored in the warehouse. Logical stock is used to determine the availability of a material for production or sales orders. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Logical stock is used to determine the availability of a material for production or sales orders. It is calculated based on the actual stock in the warehouse, as well as any pending orders or reservations. The system will subtract any pending orders or reservations from the actual stock to determine the logical stock. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep track of your logical stock, as it can help you plan your production and sales orders more effectively. You can also use it to identify any potential shortages or overstocks in your inventory. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Logical stock is closely related to physical stock, which is the actual amount of material stored in the warehouse. Physical stock can be affected by various factors such as incoming shipments, outgoing shipments, and production orders. It is important to keep track of both logical and physical stock in order to ensure that your inventory levels are accurate.