What is 'part number rollover' in SAP MFG-CDS - Complex Assembly Manufact. for Defense & Security?

part number rollover - Overview

• Component: MFG-CDS

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

• Description: A part that is reworked or remanufactured into a new part number. In a reconfiguration event, the existing item part number is consumed in the creation of a new item that is represented by a different part number.

part number rollover - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Part number rollover is a feature of the MFG-CDS Complex Assembly Manufacturing for Defense & Security component of SAP. It allows users to assign a new part number to an existing item in the system, while preserving the original part number and its associated data. This feature is useful for tracking changes in parts over time, as well as for managing inventory and production processes. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use part number rollover, users must first create a new part number in the system. This can be done by selecting the “Create New Part Number” option from the menu. Once the new part number has been created, users can then assign it to an existing item in the system by selecting the “Rollover Part Number” option from the menu. This will preserve the original part number and its associated data, while allowing users to track changes in parts over time. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using part number rollover, it is important to ensure that all associated data is preserved. This includes any related documents, such as drawings or specifications, as well as any production or inventory information associated with the original part number. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all users are aware of the new part number and its associated data. 
  
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