What is 'stock determination' in SAP MM-IM - Inventory Management?

stock determination - Overview

• Component: MM-IM

• Component Name: Inventory Management

• Description: A cross-application function enabling you to determine the stock from which material is withdrawn for stock removal, order picking, and staging operations. This function supports the batch determination process and stock removal strategies of the Warehouse Management component LE-WM.

stock determination - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Stock determination is a process in SAP Inventory Management (MM-IM) that helps to determine the source of supply for a material. It is used to determine the best source of supply for a material based on the availability of stock, cost, and other factors. The process helps to ensure that the right material is sourced from the right location at the right time. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Stock determination can be used in various scenarios such as sales orders, purchase orders, and production orders. In each scenario, the system will check for available stock in different locations and determine the best source of supply based on the criteria set by the user. The user can also set up rules to prioritize certain sources of supply over others. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up stock determination rules, it is important to consider factors such as cost, availability, and delivery time. It is also important to consider any special requirements such as minimum order quantities or specific packaging requirements. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Stock determination is closely related to other processes such as availability check and transfer requirements. It is also related to inventory management processes such as goods receipt and goods issue.