What is 'manufacturer part number MRP set' in SAP IS-AD-MPN - Manufacturer Part Number?

manufacturer part number MRP set - Overview

• Component: IS-AD-MPN

• Component Name: Manufacturer Part Number

• Description: Partial quantity of inventory-managed MPN parts in an FFF Class. In Material Requirements Planning they are to be treated as fully interchangeable parts. As with other parts, those in a MPN MRP set also undergo material requirements planning. The "leading part" in the set is the representative for the parts in the MPN MRP set. MPN MRP sets are plant-specific; they group FFF class parts without overlap.

manufacturer part number MRP set - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) MRP Set is a component of the SAP Inventory Management (IM) module. It is used to define the rules for the procurement of materials from external suppliers. The MPN MRP Set allows users to define the parameters for the procurement of materials from external suppliers, such as the minimum order quantity, lead time, and delivery schedule. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The MPN MRP Set is used to define the parameters for the procurement of materials from external suppliers. The user can define the minimum order quantity, lead time, and delivery schedule for each material. The user can also specify whether the material should be procured from a single supplier or multiple suppliers. The user can also specify whether the material should be procured on a one-time basis or on a recurring basis. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining the parameters for the procurement of materials from external suppliers, it is important to consider the cost and availability of the materials. It is also important to consider any potential risks associated with procuring materials from external suppliers. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The MPN MRP Set is part of SAP's Inventory Management module. Other components of this module include Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Inventory Control, and Warehouse Management.