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

SAP Term: quantity

• Component: MFG-ME

• Component Name: SAP Manufacturing Execution

• Description: In relation to materials and SFC numbers, the number of pieces referenced in the shop order, lot, or SFC number. The quantity number of pieces in a shop order may or may not match the number of SFC numbers in the shop order. For example, assume that a shop order is for 10 pieces of a material. If the material's lot size is defined as 1, then 10 SFC numbers are released. However, if the lot size is 5, then only 2 SFC numbers are released. In either case of the example, a quantity of 10 is produced.

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  Key Concepts: 
  Quantity in SAP Manufacturing Execution (MFG-ME) is a numerical value that represents the amount of a particular item or material that is required for a production order. It is used to track the amount of material needed for a production order and to ensure that the right amount of material is available for the order. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP MFG-ME, quantity is used to define the amount of material needed for a production order. The quantity can be specified in terms of units, weight, volume, or other measures. The quantity can also be specified as a range, such as “at least 10 units” or “up to 20 units”. The quantity can also be specified as a percentage of the total production order. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When specifying the quantity for a production order, it is important to ensure that the quantity is accurate and up-to-date. This will help to ensure that the right amount of material is available for the production order and that there are no delays due to shortages or overages. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using quantity in SAP MFG-ME, please refer to the SAP Help documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on using SAP MFG-ME and its features.