What is missing part in SAP MM-IM - Inventory Management?

SAP Term: missing part

• Component: MM-IM

• Component Name: Inventory Management

• Description: Material in respect of which: a The missing parts check has been activated, and b The system has discovered - at the time of the posting of a normal goods receipt or other type of inward movement or at the time of a transfer posting - that in the past it has not been possible to cover requirements thereof as determined by Material Requirements Planning. When it discovers such a stock shortage requirement undercoverage situation deriving from the past, the system issues a warning message and sends an e-mail to the responsible MRP controller in the plant.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Missing part is a term used in SAP Inventory Management (MM-IM) to refer to a part that is not available in the inventory. This could be due to a variety of reasons, such as the part being out of stock, or the part not being available in the warehouse. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use the missing part feature in SAP Inventory Management, you must first create a missing part request. This request will include information about the part that is missing, such as its name, description, and quantity. Once the request is created, it can be sent to the warehouse or supplier for fulfillment. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a missing part request, it is important to provide as much detail as possible. This will help ensure that the correct part is ordered and received in a timely manner. Additionally, it is important to keep track of all missing parts requests and their status so that any issues can be addressed quickly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  In addition to missing parts requests, SAP Inventory Management also includes features such as stock transfers, stock adjustments, and inventory reports. These features can help ensure that inventory levels are accurate and up-to-date at all times.