What is manufacturer part profile in SAP MM-PUR - Purchasing?

SAP Term: manufacturer part profile

• Component: MM-PUR

• Component Name: Purchasing

• Description: The manufacturer part profile specifies how manufacturer parts MPN materials can be used in the procurement process. The manufacturer part profile is assigned to the master record for a firm's own inventory-managed material. Among other things, it determines whether: The MPN material or the inventory-managed material is to be entered in a purchase order Info records can be created for the MPN material or the firm's own material The MPN material can be changed during the procurement process

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• Key Concepts: 
  Manufacturer Part Profile (MPP) is a feature in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing that allows users to define and maintain information about the parts and components they purchase from external suppliers. This information includes the part number, description, unit of measure, lead time, and other relevant details. The MPP also allows users to set up rules for how the parts should be ordered and managed. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the Manufacturer Part Profile, users must first create a profile for each part they wish to purchase. This can be done by entering the part number, description, unit of measure, lead time, and other relevant details into the system. Once the profile is created, users can then set up rules for how the parts should be ordered and managed. For example, users can specify a minimum order quantity or a maximum order quantity for each part. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a Manufacturer Part Profile, it is important to ensure that all of the information is accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that orders are placed correctly and that parts are delivered on time. Additionally, it is important to review the rules associated with each profile regularly to ensure that they are still applicable. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about Manufacturer Part Profiles in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing, please refer to the official SAP documentation or contact your local SAP support team.