What is action control in SAP IS-A-VMS - Vehicle Management System?

SAP Term: action control

• Component: IS-A-VMS

• Component Name: Vehicle Management System

• Description: Function that defines which actions can follow each other in the handling of vehicles and which vehicle status change is linked to this in each case. Example: A vehicle, that the importer has ordered at the OEM has the vehicle status "ordered". After the OEM has confirmed the purchase order after carrying out the action "confirm purchase order" the status is automatically changed to "purchase order confirmed". Primary and secondary action controls are different depending on whether the control refers to primary or secondary actions. Primary action control usually respresents the procurement process ordering of a vehicle at the manufacturer, secondary action control the sales process sale of the vehicle to the dealer. However, a subdivision into a logistics process and a financial process is also possible.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Action control is a feature of the IS-A-VMS Vehicle Management System (VMS) that allows users to define and manage the actions that can be taken on a vehicle. It enables users to set up rules and restrictions for each action, such as who can take the action, when it can be taken, and what type of action is allowed. This helps to ensure that only authorized personnel can take certain actions on a vehicle, and that those actions are taken in accordance with company policies. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Action control is used to define and manage the actions that can be taken on a vehicle. To set up action control, users must first define the types of actions that are allowed on a vehicle. This includes specifying who can take the action, when it can be taken, and what type of action is allowed. Once these rules have been defined, users can then assign them to specific vehicles. This ensures that only authorized personnel can take certain actions on a vehicle, and that those actions are taken in accordance with company policies. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up action control, it is important to ensure that all rules and restrictions are clearly defined and understood by all users. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update the rules and restrictions as needed to ensure they remain up-to-date with company policies. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about action control in IS-A-VMS Vehicle Management System (VMS), please refer to the official documentation provided by SAP.