What is unique identification in SAP (LO-MD-UID - Unique Identification)?

SAP Term: unique identification

• Component: LO-MD-UID

• Component Name: Unique Identification

• Description: A system of marking any physical or non physical object, such as an item, a real estate object, or a person, to distinguish it from all other like and unlike objects.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Unique Identification (UID) is a component of the SAP Logistics Master Data (LO-MD) module. It is used to assign a unique identifier to each item in the system, allowing for easy identification and tracking of items. UIDs are typically assigned to items such as materials, customers, vendors, and other objects. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The UID component of LO-MD is used to assign a unique identifier to each item in the system. This identifier can be used to track and identify items within the system. The UID can be assigned manually or automatically, depending on the user's preference. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When assigning UIDs, it is important to ensure that each item has a unique identifier that is easy to remember and recognize. Additionally, it is important to keep track of the UIDs that have been assigned in order to avoid duplicate identifiers. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The UID component of LO-MD is closely related to other components such as material master data and customer master data. It is important to understand how these components interact with each other in order to effectively use the UID component. Additionally, it is important to understand how the UID component interacts with other SAP modules such as Sales and Distribution (SD) and Production Planning (PP).