What is 'standard quantity' in SAP LO - Logistics - General?

standard quantity - Overview

• Component: LO

• Component Name: Logistics - General

• Description: Quantity of ordered products in the logistical unit

standard quantity - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Standard quantity is a field in the material master record in SAP Logistics that defines the default quantity of a material that is used in a transaction. It is used to determine the quantity of a material that is used in a transaction, such as a purchase order or sales order. The standard quantity can be set to any value, but it is typically set to the most common quantity of the material that is used in transactions. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The standard quantity can be set in the material master record in SAP Logistics. To do this, go to the Logistics tab and select “Material Master”. Then, select the material you want to set the standard quantity for and click “Edit”. In the “General Data” tab, you will find the “Standard Quantity” field. Enter the desired value and click “Save”. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to note that the standard quantity should be set to a value that reflects the most common quantity of the material used in transactions. This will ensure that transactions are processed quickly and accurately. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting standard quantities in SAP Logistics, please refer to SAP Help documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_ERP_LOGISTICS/6.0/en-US