What is purchase grid in SAP IS-AFS-MM - Materials Management?

SAP Term: purchase grid

• Component: IS-AFS-MM

• Component Name: Materials Management

• Description: A subset of a master grid. With the aid of purchase grids you specify which of the grid values you defined in the master grid for an AFS material are permitted in purchasing. Purchase grids are always uniquely derived from a master grid and contain its grid values at most.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Purchase grid is a feature of SAP Materials Management (MM) module that allows users to create and manage purchase orders. It is a graphical representation of the purchase order, which can be used to quickly view and edit the details of the order. The purchase grid also allows users to easily compare different purchase orders and identify any discrepancies. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the purchase grid, users must first create a purchase order in the MM module. Once the order is created, users can access the purchase grid by selecting the “Purchase Grid” option from the menu. The purchase grid will then display all of the details of the order, including item numbers, quantities, prices, and delivery dates. Users can then edit any of these details as needed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the purchase grid, it is important to double-check all of the details before submitting the order. This will help ensure that all of the information is accurate and up-to-date. Additionally, users should take advantage of the graphical representation of the purchase order to quickly identify any discrepancies or errors. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the purchase grid in SAP Materials Management (MM), please refer to SAP Help documentation or contact your local SAP support team.