What is planned material in SAP IS-R - SAP for Retail?

SAP Term: planned material

• Component: IS-R

• Component Name: SAP for Retail

• Description: Retail Provisional material that is created and managed within operational assortment planning and control. Once the planning phase for a planned material is finished, you can release it for completion. After that, you can only change and enhance master data for the planned material by using the change functions for the functions involved.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Planned material is a type of material in SAP for Retail that is used to plan and manage the supply chain. It is used to define the quantity of materials that are needed for a particular product or service. The planned material is then used to create purchase orders, production orders, and other documents related to the supply chain. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP for Retail, planned material can be created by entering the material number, description, and quantity into the system. The system will then generate a purchase order or production order based on the planned material. The planned material can also be used to track inventory levels and ensure that the right amount of materials are available when needed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating planned material in SAP for Retail, it is important to ensure that the quantity entered is accurate. This will help to ensure that the right amount of materials are available when needed. Additionally, it is important to keep track of inventory levels and adjust the planned material accordingly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about planned material in SAP for Retail, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP representative.