What is assortment in SAP IS-AFS-SD - Sales and Distribution?

SAP Term: assortment

• Component: IS-AFS-SD

• Component Name: Sales and Distribution

• Description: A description in AFS for sales BOMs bills of material in which at least one component material contains a material grid. Assortments are not planned as one unit, but by their individual components. They do not have a separate sales price. The price is determined by adding the individual component prices. The processing of the assortment pricing, inventory management, and delivery processing takes place at component level. The assortment is used as input help in the sales order. In addition, it is possible to offer complete combinations with a previously defined quantity ratio.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Assortment is a term used in SAP IS-AFS-SD Sales and Distribution to refer to the range of products that a company offers for sale. It includes the number of items, their characteristics, and the pricing of each item. Assortment is an important part of a company's sales strategy, as it helps to determine which products are most profitable and which ones should be discontinued.
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP IS-AFS-SD Sales and Distribution, assortment is managed through the Assortment Maintenance (ASM) transaction. This transaction allows users to create, modify, and delete assortments. It also allows users to view existing assortments and their associated pricing information.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an assortment in SAP IS-AFS-SD Sales and Distribution, it is important to consider the customer's needs and preferences. This will help ensure that the assortment is tailored to meet their needs and maximize profits. Additionally, it is important to regularly review existing assortments to ensure that they are up-to-date with current market trends.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on assortment in SAP IS-AFS-SD Sales and Distribution, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide helpful tips and tricks for managing assortments in SAP.