What is geographical unit in SAP IS-M-SD - Media Sales and Distribution?

SAP Term: geographical unit

• Component: IS-M-SD

• Component Name: Media Sales and Distribution

• Description: Neutral description of the size of an area that can be used in a variety of contexts to provide a geographical structure for sales and distribution of publications. The postal structure of a country serves as the basis for forming geographical units. Geographical units reference postal codes, cities or streets or street districts. One or, more commonly, a combination of geographical units can have a number of uses. The most important of these is to form carrier routes, but geographical units are also used in other contexts, for example to define the geographical area for which the organizational structure is responsible. A geographical unit can be used in several contexts simultaneously. Geographical units can vary in size and detail based on the postal structure. For example, the following are all geographical units: New York City John F. Kennedy International Airport Broadway 1000 to 1100 Broadway Broadway from house number 1101

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• Key Concepts: 
  Geographical unit is a component of the SAP IS-M-SD Media Sales and Distribution module. It is used to define the geographical area in which a company operates. This area can be defined by country, region, or city. The geographical unit is used to determine the pricing and availability of products and services in different areas. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The geographical unit is used to define the pricing and availability of products and services in different areas. This allows companies to tailor their offerings to different markets. For example, a company may offer different prices for products in different countries or regions. The geographical unit also allows companies to track sales and inventory levels in different areas. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up the geographical unit, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is included. This includes the country, region, and city of each area. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the pricing and availability of products and services are accurately reflected in each area. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The geographical unit is closely related to other components of the SAP IS-M-SD Media Sales and Distribution module, such as pricing and availability. Additionally, it is important to consider other factors such as taxes, shipping costs, and currency exchange rates when setting up the geographical unit.