What is feeder class in SAP LO - Logistics - General?

SAP Term: feeder class

• Component: LO

• Component Name: Logistics - General

• Description: Class that implements methods for creating and processing a personal object worklist POWL. The content business objects and attributes business data, for example, are defined in the processing blocks. Methods are used to provide selection criteria for a worklist and define functions for further processing of the business objects. The feeder classes are called using the standardized interface IF_POWL_FEEDER standard POWL.The feeder class CL_O2C_POWL_SLS_INCDOC, for example, determines incomplete sales documents.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A feeder class is a type of object in SAP Logistics that is used to store and manage data related to a specific material. It is used to store information such as the material's description, unit of measure, and other related data. The feeder class also contains the material's master data, which is used to control the material's availability and pricing. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use a feeder class, you must first create it in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the Logistics tab in the SAP system and selecting the “Create Feeder Class” option. Once created, you can then assign the feeder class to a specific material by entering the material’s number in the “Material Number” field. You can then enter the relevant data for the feeder class, such as its description, unit of measure, and other related data. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a feeder class, it is important to ensure that all of the relevant data is entered correctly. This will ensure that the material’s master data is accurate and up-to-date. Additionally, it is important to remember that a feeder class can only be assigned to one material at a time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on feeder classes in SAP Logistics, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed tutorials on how to create and manage feeder classes in SAP Logistics.