What is backflush in SAP MM-IM - Inventory Management?

SAP Term: backflush

• Component: MM-IM

• Component Name: Inventory Management

• Description: The non-manual posting of an issue of components some time after their physical withdrawal for an order. The goods issue posting for backflushed components is performed automatically at the time of order completion confirmation.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Backflush is a process in SAP Inventory Management (MM-IM) that allows for the automatic deduction of materials from inventory when goods are produced. This process is used when the exact quantity of materials used in production is known and can be determined in advance. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Backflush can be enabled in the material master record for a particular material. When goods are produced, the system will automatically deduct the required quantity of materials from inventory. This process eliminates the need for manual entry of goods issue documents. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using backflush, it is important to ensure that the correct quantity of materials is being deducted from inventory. If too much or too little material is deducted, it can lead to incorrect inventory levels and incorrect stock values. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Backflush is closely related to the consumption-based planning process in SAP Inventory Management. This process allows for the automatic creation of purchase requisitions or production orders based on the consumption of materials in production.