What is functional item in SAP MM-PUR - Purchasing?

SAP Term: functional item

• Component: MM-PUR

• Component Name: Purchasing

• Description: An element of a purchasing document that contains information on materials or services that are to be delivered. Functional items trigger follow-on processes.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A functional item is a type of material in the SAP MM-PUR Purchasing component. It is used to represent a service or a product that is not physically stored in inventory, but is instead purchased from an external vendor. The functional item can be used to track the cost of the service or product, and can also be used to generate purchase orders. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Functional items are created in the SAP system by entering the relevant information into the material master record. This includes the material type, description, and unit of measure. Once created, the functional item can be used to generate purchase orders and track costs associated with the service or product. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a functional item, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is entered into the material master record. This will ensure that the functional item can be used effectively for tracking costs and generating purchase orders. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on functional items in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing, please refer to the SAP Help documentation.