What is main condition in SAP MM-PUR - Purchasing?

SAP Term: main condition

• Component: MM-PUR

• Component Name: Purchasing

• Description: A principal condition agreed with the "condition granter." In the case of conditions requiring periodic settlement, the main condition defines the basic timeframe, i.e. the validity periods of individual period conditions may not lie outside the validity period of the main condition. Final settlement with respect to a rebate arrangement is always effected on the basis of the main condition.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Main condition is a term used in the SAP MM-PUR Purchasing component. It is a condition type that is used to define the main price of an item in a purchase order. This condition type is used to determine the total cost of the item, including any discounts or surcharges that may apply. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use the main condition, you must first create a purchase order. Once the purchase order has been created, you can add the main condition by selecting it from the list of available condition types. You can then enter the price for the item and any discounts or surcharges that may apply. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a purchase order, it is important to remember that the main condition must be included in order for the total cost of the item to be calculated correctly. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all discounts and surcharges are entered correctly in order to get an accurate total cost. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using main conditions in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing, please refer to SAP's official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to use main conditions in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing.