What is cumulative quantity in SAP MM - Materials Management?

SAP Term: cumulative quantity

• Component: MM

• Component Name: Materials Management

• Description: In the procurement of materials using scheduling agreements, the accumulated quantity of a material over a period up to a certain key date. Cumulative quantities facilitate the planning and monitoring of procurement transactions between business partners. &EXAMPLE& Cumulative scheduled quantity Cumulative received quantity Cumulative delivered quantity Agreed cumulative quantity Cumulative released quantity

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• Key Concepts: 
  Cumulative quantity is a term used in SAP Materials Management (MM) to refer to the total quantity of a material that has been received or issued over a certain period of time. This quantity is tracked in the system and can be used to monitor the stock levels of a material. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP MM, cumulative quantity can be viewed in the Material Master record. This record contains all the information related to a particular material, including its cumulative quantity. The cumulative quantity can also be viewed in the Inventory Management module, where it is used to track stock levels and generate reports. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep track of the cumulative quantity of a material, as it can help you identify any discrepancies between the actual stock level and the expected stock level. This can help you take corrective action if necessary. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Cumulative quantity is closely related to other terms such as stock level, inventory management, and material master record. Understanding these terms and how they interact with each other can help you better manage your inventory and ensure that your stock levels are accurate.