What is alternate bill of material in SAP MFG-CDS - Complex Assembly Manufact. for Defense & Security?

SAP Term: alternate bill of material

• Component: MFG-CDS

• Component Name: Complex Assembly Manufact. for Defense & Security

• Description: A bill of material in a BOM group for a product. One product can be represented by multiple alternate BOMs when different production processes are used to create the product based on such things as lot size.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An alternate bill of material (BOM) is a feature of the MFG-CDS Complex Assembly Manufacturing for Defense & Security component of SAP. It allows users to define multiple versions of a BOM, each with its own set of components and quantities. This allows users to quickly switch between different versions of a BOM, depending on the needs of the project. 
  
  How to Use It: 
  To use an alternate bill of material, users must first create a master BOM that contains all the components and quantities needed for the project. Then, they can create alternate versions of the BOM by adding or removing components and changing their quantities. Finally, users can switch between different versions of the BOM by selecting the appropriate version in the system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an alternate bill of material, it is important to ensure that all components and quantities are accurate. This will help ensure that the correct version of the BOM is selected when needed. Additionally, it is important to keep track of which version of the BOM is currently active in order to avoid any confusion or errors. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using an alternate bill of material in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on using this feature.