What is alternate in SAP MFG-ME - SAP Manufacturing Execution?

SAP Term: alternate

• Component: MFG-ME

• Component Name: SAP Manufacturing Execution

• Description: A valid substitute for a material in some cases, but not necessarily an equivalent. Alternates are identified when relationships are established between materials. Any alternate must have the same material attributes as the original material.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Alternate is a term used in SAP Manufacturing Execution (MFG-ME) to refer to an alternative way of performing a task. It is used to provide flexibility in the manufacturing process and can be used to substitute one task for another. For example, if a certain machine is not available, an alternate task can be used instead. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Alternate tasks can be set up in SAP MFG-ME by creating an alternate route for a particular task. This route will contain the alternate task and any other tasks that need to be completed in order to complete the process. Once the alternate route is created, it can be assigned to a particular production order or batch. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up an alternate route, it is important to ensure that all of the tasks in the route are compatible with each other. This will ensure that the process runs smoothly and efficiently. Additionally, it is important to consider the cost of using an alternate route as it may be more expensive than using the original route. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up alternate routes in SAP MFG-ME, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to set up an alternate route in SAP MFG-ME.