What is substitution control in SAP IS-R - SAP for Retail?

SAP Term: substitution control

• Component: IS-R

• Component Name: SAP for Retail

• Description: Retail Consists of substitution type and control type; it can have the following values: follow-up material, event-controlled follow-up material, time-controlled replacement material, event-controlled.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Substitution control is a feature of the IS-R SAP for Retail system that allows users to define and manage substitution rules for items in the system. Substitution rules are used to automatically substitute one item for another when certain conditions are met. For example, a substitution rule could be set up to substitute a generic item for a more expensive item when the generic item is available in stock. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Substitution control is used to define and manage substitution rules in the IS-R SAP for Retail system. To create a substitution rule, users must first define the conditions under which the substitution should take place. These conditions can include things like availability of stock, pricing, and other criteria. Once the conditions have been defined, users can then specify which item should be substituted for which other item. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating substitution rules, it is important to consider how they will affect customer experience. For example, if a customer orders an item that is out of stock but has a substitution rule set up, they may be disappointed if they receive an unexpected substitute item. It is also important to consider how substitution rules will affect inventory levels and pricing. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Substitution control is just one of many features available in the IS-R SAP for Retail system. Other features include inventory management, pricing management, and customer loyalty programs. For more information about these features and how they can help improve your retail business, please visit the SAP website.