What is 'as-shipped bill of material' in SAP MFG-CAM - SAP Complex Assembly Manufacturing?

as-shipped bill of material - Overview

• Component: MFG-CAM

• Component Name: SAP Complex Assembly Manufacturing

• Description: A type of bill of material that shows how a final product was built from the perspective of its designed configuration.

as-shipped bill of material - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  An as-shipped bill of material (BOM) is a list of components and assemblies that are used to build a product. It is used in SAP Complex Assembly Manufacturing (MFG-CAM) to define the structure of a product and the components that make it up. The BOM also includes information about the quantity and type of each component, as well as any special instructions for assembly. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The as-shipped BOM is used to define the structure of a product and the components that make it up. It is created in SAP MFG-CAM and can be used to track the progress of production, as well as to ensure that all components are available when needed. The BOM can also be used to generate reports on production costs, inventory levels, and other important metrics. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an as-shipped BOM, it is important to ensure that all components are accurately listed and that the quantities are correct. Additionally, any special instructions for assembly should be included in the BOM to ensure that the product is assembled correctly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The as-shipped BOM is just one part of SAP MFG-CAM. Other features include material requirements planning (MRP), production scheduling, and quality control. Additionally, SAP MFG-CAM can be integrated with other SAP modules such as Sales & Distribution (SD) and Materials Management (MM).