What is stock keeping unit in SAP IS-AFS-BD - Basic Data?

SAP Term: stock keeping unit

• Component: IS-AFS-BD

• Component Name: Basic Data

• Description: A detailed schedule line of an AFS material. AFS materials can be mapped in various grid values e.g. 38/yellow and category values e.g. quality A/country of origin D. As long as AFS materials are only mapped in grid values or only in categories, a grid value or the AFS material in a category form a valid stock keeping unit. If a master grid and a coverage strategy are assigned to an AFS material, the stock keeping units correspond to the possible combinations of grid and category values.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) is a unique identifier used to track inventory in SAP. It is a combination of alphanumeric characters that are used to identify a specific product or item in the inventory. SKUs are typically assigned to each item in the inventory and are used to track the quantity, cost, and other information related to the item. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP, SKUs are used to track inventory and can be found in the IS-AFS-BD Basic Data component. This component allows users to view and manage the SKUs associated with each item in the inventory. Users can also view the quantity, cost, and other information related to each SKU. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating SKUs for items in SAP, it is important to ensure that each SKU is unique and easy to remember. This will help users quickly identify items in the inventory and make it easier to track inventory levels. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SKUs and how they are used in SAP, please refer to the SAP Help documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to use SKUs in SAP.