What is offset percentage in SAP MM-PUR - Purchasing?

SAP Term: offset percentage

• Component: MM-PUR

• Component Name: Purchasing

• Description: In the percentage-based offset method, the percentage of invoices for chargeable components that is not offset against the deductible accounts payable.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Offset percentage is a feature in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing that allows the user to set a percentage of the total invoice amount that will be offset against a vendor's open items. This feature is used to reduce the amount of money owed to the vendor and can be used to settle disputes or to provide discounts. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the offset percentage feature, the user must first select the vendor whose open items they wish to offset. Then, they must enter the percentage of the total invoice amount that will be offset against the vendor's open items. The system will then calculate the amount that will be offset and apply it to the vendor's open items. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the offset percentage feature, it is important to ensure that the correct percentage is entered. If too much or too little is entered, it could result in an incorrect calculation and an incorrect amount being applied to the vendor's open items. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The offset percentage feature can be used in conjunction with other features such as payment terms and payment blocks. It can also be used in combination with other features such as discounts and rebates.