What is 'external manufacturer' in SAP IS-AD-MPN - Manufacturer Part Number?

external manufacturer - Overview

• Component: IS-AD-MPN

• Component Name: Manufacturer Part Number

• Description: Manufacturer's own description. The external manufacturer is an attribute in the vendor or manufacturer master record. It contains the manufacturer's own description as opposed to SAP's description of the manufacturer.

external manufacturer - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  An external manufacturer is a company that produces parts or components for another company. The IS-AD-MPN Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) is a unique identifier assigned to each part or component produced by an external manufacturer. It is used to track and manage the parts and components produced by the external manufacturer. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The IS-AD-MPN Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) is used to identify and track parts and components produced by an external manufacturer. It is used to ensure that the parts and components are properly tracked and managed throughout the production process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the IS-AD-MPN Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) is properly assigned to each part or component produced by an external manufacturer. This will help ensure that the parts and components are properly tracked and managed throughout the production process. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The IS-AD-MPN Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) is part of the SAP system, which is a comprehensive enterprise resource planning (ERP) system used by many companies around the world. The SAP system helps companies manage their operations, including tracking and managing parts and components produced by external manufacturers.