What is flat list in SAP MM-PUR - Purchasing?

SAP Term: flat list

• Component: MM-PUR

• Component Name: Purchasing

• Description: A linear view of items within a purchasing document. A flat list can only consist of functional items that need not be arranged in any particular order. It cannot contain groups of items; therefore, item sets cannot be added to flat lists.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A flat list in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing is a list of all the materials that are available for purchase. This list includes all the materials that have been approved for purchase, as well as those that are currently in the process of being approved. The flat list is used to quickly identify which materials are available for purchase and to ensure that all materials are accounted for. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The flat list can be accessed through the SAP MM-PUR Purchasing module. Once in the module, select the “Flat List” option from the menu. This will open up a list of all the materials that are available for purchase. From here, you can select any material to view more detailed information about it, such as its price and availability. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the flat list, it is important to remember to check for any new materials that may have been added since your last visit. This can be done by selecting the “Refresh” option from the menu. Additionally, you can use the search bar at the top of the page to quickly find a specific material. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the flat list in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and videos available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use this feature.