What is coverage strategy in SAP IS-AFS-BD - Basic Data?

SAP Term: coverage strategy

• Component: IS-AFS-BD

• Component Name: Basic Data

• Description: A strategy that contains all stock and requirement category values valid for certain materials. Coverage strategies are defined in Customizing plant-specifically and dependent on the category structure and are then assigned to individual AFS materials in the material master. Since you specify in coverage strategies which requirements should be covered by which requirement categories, the coverage strategies have a controlling influence on the MRP.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Coverage strategy is a feature of the IS-AFS-BD Basic Data component of SAP. It is used to define the scope of a particular business process, such as the range of products or services that are covered by a particular process. It also defines the rules and parameters that will be used to determine which products or services are included in the scope of the process. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The coverage strategy feature can be used to define the scope of a business process by setting up rules and parameters that will determine which products or services are included in the scope. For example, a coverage strategy can be used to define which products or services are covered by a particular process, such as a sales process. The coverage strategy can also be used to define the rules and parameters that will be used to determine which products or services are included in the scope of the process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a coverage strategy, it is important to consider all aspects of the business process that will be affected by the coverage strategy. This includes any potential risks associated with the coverage strategy, such as potential losses due to incorrect product selection or incorrect pricing. It is also important to consider any potential benefits associated with the coverage strategy, such as increased efficiency or cost savings. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on coverage strategies and how they can be used in SAP, please refer to SAP's official documentation on IS-AFS-BD Basic Data. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to set up and use coverage strategies in SAP.