What is vehicle identification number in SAP IS-A-VMS - Vehicle Management System?

SAP Term: vehicle identification number

• Component: IS-A-VMS

• Component Name: Vehicle Management System

• Description: Number with seventeen characters that identifies a vehicle and which appears in the OEM'S SAP System when a vehicle is in the assembly process. The vehicle identification number VIN is an international standard.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique 17-digit code assigned to each vehicle by the manufacturer. It is used to identify and track vehicles throughout their life cycle. The VIN is composed of three parts: the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI), the Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS), and the Vehicle Identifier Section (VIS). The WMI identifies the manufacturer, the VDS identifies the vehicle type, and the VIS identifies the specific vehicle. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP IS-A-VMS Vehicle Management System, the VIN is used to identify and track vehicles throughout their life cycle. It is used to store information about a vehicle such as its make, model, year, engine size, and other details. This information can be used to generate reports and analyze trends in vehicle usage. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering a VIN into SAP IS-A-VMS Vehicle Management System, it is important to ensure that all 17 digits are entered correctly. If any of the digits are incorrect, it could lead to inaccurate data or reports. Additionally, it is important to keep the VIN up-to-date as vehicles age or are replaced. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides a website where users can look up information about a vehicle using its VIN. This website can be used to verify that the VIN entered into SAP IS-A-VMS Vehicle Management System is correct. Additionally, it can provide additional information about a vehicle such as its safety ratings and recall history.