What is material document in SAP MM-IM - Inventory Management?

SAP Term: material document

• Component: MM-IM

• Component Name: Inventory Management

• Description: Evidence of one or more material movements, providing information for downstream applications. A material document contains one or more items and can be printed as a slip to accompany physical goods movements GR/GI slip.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A material document is a document created in SAP when goods are moved from one location to another. It is used to track the movement of goods and materials within a company’s inventory. The material document is created in the Inventory Management (MM-IM) component of SAP. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The material document is used to track the movement of goods and materials within a company’s inventory. It is created when goods are moved from one location to another, and it contains information about the quantity, value, and type of goods that were moved. The material document can also be used to track the status of goods in transit, such as whether they have been received or not. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a material document, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is included. This includes the quantity, value, and type of goods that were moved, as well as any additional information that may be relevant. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the material document is updated regularly to ensure accuracy. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The material document is closely related to other documents in SAP such as the Goods Receipt Document (GRD) and the Goods Issue Document (GID). The GRD is used to record the receipt of goods into a company’s inventory, while the GID is used to record the removal of goods from a company’s inventory.