What is stock transfer in SAP MM-IM - Inventory Management?

SAP Term: stock transfer

• Component: MM-IM

• Component Name: Inventory Management

• Description: The removal of materials from storage at one location, and their placement in storage at another. Stock transfers can occur within a single plant or between plants. The removal of stock from storage at the first location and its placement in storage at another can be posted in the system in one step one-step procedure or in two two-step procedure.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Stock transfer is a process in SAP Inventory Management (MM-IM) that allows you to move materials from one storage location to another. This process is used to transfer stock between different plants, warehouses, or other storage locations. The stock transfer process can also be used to transfer stock between different company codes. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use the stock transfer process, you must first create a stock transport order (STO). This document will contain all the necessary information about the transfer, such as the source and destination locations, the quantity of material to be transferred, and any special instructions. Once the STO is created, it must be released in order for the transfer to take place. After the STO is released, the material will be moved from the source location to the destination location. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a stock transport order, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary information is included. This includes the source and destination locations, the quantity of material to be transferred, and any special instructions. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary documents are attached to the STO before it is released. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on stock transfers in SAP Inventory Management (MM-IM), please refer to SAP Help documentation or contact your local SAP support team.