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What is advanced variant configuration in SAP LO-VC - Variant Configuration?


SAP Term: advanced variant configuration

  • Component: LO-VC

  • Component Name: Variant Configuration

  • Description: Description of complex products that are manufactured in many variants, for example, cars. All variants are defined as one variant product, containing all the operations that can be used to manufacture the product. By assigning the variant product to a class, you assign characteristics to the variant product. You use these characteristics to describe an individual variant. Object dependencies ensure that the correct components are selected and the correct operations are selected from the super task list.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    Advanced Variant Configuration (LO-VC) is a component of SAP software that allows users to configure complex products and services. It enables users to create and manage product variants, such as different sizes, colors, and features, and to define the relationships between them. This helps to reduce the complexity of product configuration and ensure that the right product is delivered to the customer. 
    
    How to use it: 
    Advanced Variant Configuration can be used to create and manage product variants. It allows users to define the characteristics of each variant, such as size, color, and features. It also enables users to define the relationships between different variants, such as which features are available in each variant. This helps to ensure that the right product is delivered to the customer. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When using Advanced Variant Configuration, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary information is included in each variant. This includes not only the characteristics of the product, but also any related information such as pricing or delivery times. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes made to the configuration so that they can be easily reverted if necessary. 
    
    Related Information: 
    Advanced Variant Configuration 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, it can be used in conjunction with other SAP modules such as Sales & Distribution (SD) and Materials Management (MM).
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