What is base quantity in SAP LO - Logistics - General?

SAP Term: base quantity

• Component: LO

• Component Name: Logistics - General

• Description: In bills of material, the basis for the component amount, or in routings, the amount to which standard values apply.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Base quantity is a term used in SAP Logistics to refer to the amount of a material that is used as the basis for calculating the cost of a material. It is usually expressed in terms of a unit of measure, such as kilograms, liters, or pieces. The base quantity is used to determine the cost of the material and can be adjusted if necessary.
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP Logistics, the base quantity is used to calculate the cost of a material. The base quantity can be adjusted if necessary, and it is important to ensure that the correct base quantity is used when calculating the cost of a material. The base quantity can be adjusted in the Material Master record in SAP Logistics.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When adjusting the base quantity in SAP Logistics, it is important to ensure that the correct unit of measure is used. For example, if the material is measured in kilograms, then the base quantity should also be expressed in kilograms. It is also important to ensure that the correct base quantity is used when calculating the cost of a material.
  
  Related Information: 
  The base quantity can also be used to calculate other costs associated with a material, such as freight costs or storage costs. Additionally, it can be used to calculate taxes or other fees associated with a material. It is important to ensure that all costs associated with a material are accurately calculated using the correct base quantity.