What is 'material group' in SAP MFG-ME - SAP Manufacturing Execution?

material group - Overview

• Component: MFG-ME

• Component Name: SAP Manufacturing Execution

• Description: A number of materials having some unifying relationship or regarded as belonging together.

material group - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Material Group is a classification of materials in SAP Manufacturing Execution (MFG-ME). It is used to group materials that have similar characteristics, such as type, size, or color. This allows for easier management and tracking of materials within the system. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Material Groups can be created and managed in the SAP MFG-ME system. To create a new Material Group, go to the Materials tab and select “Create Material Group”. Enter the name of the group and select the appropriate characteristics for the materials that will be included in the group. Once created, materials can be added to the group by selecting “Add Material” from the Materials tab. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a Material Group, it is important to consider how it will be used in the future. For example, if you plan to use the group for reporting purposes, it may be beneficial to include additional characteristics that can be used for filtering or sorting. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Material Groups in SAP MFG-ME, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_MANUFACTURING_EXECUTION/6.2/en-US/f8d7f9a3c9e14b8f8a7d3c2b1e5f9a4d.html