What is item type in SAP (IS-M-AM - Advertising Management)?

SAP Term: item type

• Component: IS-M-AM

• Component Name: Advertising Management

• Description: Key that classifies advertising services that require the same type of processing and management. A distinction is made between the ad, online, ad insert, distribution and commercial item types in the system. The item type defines which input fields, screens, functions and determination procedures are available for determining output, business partners and prices when you create sales documents. Ad specs can be entered for ad and online orders. You can specify whether a booking unit has been booked fully or selectively for ad insert and distribution orders.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Item type is a feature of the IS-M-AM Advertising Management component of SAP. It is used to define the characteristics of an item, such as its type, size, and price. It also allows for the creation of different item types for different types of advertising campaigns. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use item type in SAP, you must first create an item type in the system. This can be done by going to the Advertising Management component and selecting “Create Item Type” from the menu. From there, you can enter the details of the item type, such as its name, description, and pricing information. Once you have saved the item type, it can be used in any advertising campaign. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an item type in SAP, it is important to make sure that all of the details are accurate and up-to-date. This will ensure that your campaigns are running smoothly and that all of the necessary information is available when needed. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes that are made to an item type so that they can be easily updated in the system. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using item types in SAP IS-M-AM Advertising Management, please refer to the official SAP documentation or contact your local SAP support team. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide helpful tips and tricks for using this feature in SAP.