What is proportionally in SAP MM-PUR - Purchasing?

SAP Term: proportionally

• Component: MM-PUR

• Component Name: Purchasing

• Description: In a way corresponding to another amount.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Proportionally is a term used in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing to describe the process of dividing a total amount into parts based on a certain ratio. For example, if you have a total amount of 100 and you want to divide it into two parts, you can use the proportionally function to divide it into two parts based on a ratio of 50:50. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP MM-PUR Purchasing, the proportionally function can be used to divide a total amount into parts based on a certain ratio. To do this, you will need to enter the total amount and the desired ratio in the relevant fields. Once you have entered this information, the system will automatically calculate the proportions and display them in the output field. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the proportionally function in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing, it is important to ensure that the ratio you enter is correct. If the ratio is incorrect, then the output may not be accurate. Additionally, it is important to remember that the total amount must be entered in the same currency as the ratio. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The proportionally function can also be used in other areas of SAP such as FI-GL General Ledger and CO-OM Cost Object Controlling. Additionally, there are other functions available in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing such as splitting an amount into multiple parts or allocating an amount to multiple accounts.