What is Location Partner in SAP LO-RL - Returnable Packaging Management?

SAP Term: Location Partner

• Component: LO-RL

• Component Name: Returnable Packaging Management

• Description: A business partner or a plant, from whose point of view the movement of returnable packaging material is recorded. For example, in goods receipt, the location partner is the recipient; in goods issue, the location partner is the sender.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Location Partner is a component of SAP's Returnable Packaging Management (LO-RL) module. It enables companies to manage the return of goods and materials from customers and suppliers. It also allows companies to track the location of their returnable packaging, such as pallets, containers, and crates. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Location Partner allows companies to create and manage returnable packaging orders. It also provides a way to track the location of the returnable packaging, as well as the status of the order. Companies can also use Location Partner to generate reports on the returnable packaging orders. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a returnable packaging order, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is included in the order. This includes the type of packaging, the quantity, and any special instructions. Additionally, it is important to keep track of the location of the returnable packaging in order to ensure that it is returned in a timely manner. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Location Partner is part of SAP's Logistics Execution (LE) module. It is closely related to other components of LE, such as Warehouse Management (WM) and Transportation Management (TM). Additionally, Location Partner can be integrated with other SAP modules, such as Materials Management (MM) and Sales & Distribution (SD).