What is National Stock Number in SAP IS-DP-DMP - Foreign Military Sales?

SAP Term: National Stock Number

• Component: IS-DP-DMP

• Component Name: Foreign Military Sales

• Description: A 13-digit number asigned by the Defense Logistics Servcies Center to identify an item of material in the supply distribution system of the U.S. It consists of a four-digit FSC and a nine-digit national item identification number.

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• Key Concepts: 
  National Stock Number (NSN) is a 13-digit numerical code used by the United States Department of Defense (DoD) to identify all of its standardized material items. It is used to track and manage inventory in the DoD supply chain. The IS-DP-DMP Foreign Military Sales (FMS) component of SAP is a software solution that enables the DoD to manage FMS contracts and orders. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The IS-DP-DMP FMS component of SAP allows users to enter NSNs into the system, which can then be used to track and manage inventory in the DoD supply chain. The system also allows users to view and analyze data related to NSNs, such as item descriptions, pricing information, and delivery dates. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering NSNs into the IS-DP-DMP FMS component of SAP, it is important to ensure that the numbers are accurate and up-to-date. Additionally, users should be aware that some NSNs may have multiple versions, so it is important to select the correct version when entering them into the system. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about National Stock Numbers and how they are used in the DoD supply chain, please visit the official website of the United States Department of Defense: https://www.dla.mil/DispositionServices/Offers/StockNumber/.