What is pipeline material in SAP (MM-IM - Inventory Management)?

SAP Term: pipeline material

• Component: MM-IM

• Component Name: Inventory Management

• Description: Something that flows directly into the production process from a pipeline, a pipe, power transmission lines, or similar such as oil, tap water, or electricity. Pipeline materials are not planned because they are constantly available. The price of a pipeline material is recorded in a pipeline info record for the relevant vendor. A pipeline withdrawal has the following effects: Stock levels are not changed. Consumption is updated. A pipeline liability towards the vendor is incurred that must be accounted for and settled on a periodic basis.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Pipeline material is a type of inventory item in SAP Inventory Management (MM-IM) that is used to track the movement of goods from one location to another. It is typically used for goods that are in transit, such as those being shipped from a supplier to a customer. The pipeline material is tracked in the system until it reaches its final destination. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP MM-IM, pipeline material can be created and managed using the Inventory Management module. The user can create a pipeline material record for each item that is in transit, and then track its progress through the system. The user can also set up alerts to be notified when the item has reached its destination. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a pipeline material record, it is important to include all relevant information such as the item's origin and destination, as well as any other details that may be necessary for tracking purposes. Additionally, it is important to keep the pipeline material up-to-date by regularly checking its status and updating it accordingly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP MM-IM and pipeline materials, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed tutorials and best practices for using SAP MM-IM and managing pipeline materials.