What is random selection in SAP (MM-IM - Inventory Management)?

SAP Term: random selection

• Component: MM-IM

• Component Name: Inventory Management

• Description: A process performed during a sample-based physical inventory. In the random selection process, a random number generator selects the elements to count in each stratum.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Random selection is a feature in SAP Inventory Management (MM-IM) that allows users to select a random sample of items from a larger group. This feature is useful for quality control purposes, as it allows users to quickly and easily select a representative sample of items from a larger group. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Random selection can be used in SAP Inventory Management by navigating to the “Inventory Management” menu, selecting “Random Selection”, and then entering the parameters for the selection. The user can then select the items they wish to include in the sample. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using random selection, it is important to ensure that the sample size is large enough to be representative of the larger group. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the selection criteria are appropriate for the purpose of the sample. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Random selection is related to other features in SAP Inventory Management such as batch management and stock determination. Additionally, random selection can be used in conjunction with other quality control processes such as inspection lots and sampling procedures.