What is delivery date in SAP MM - Materials Management?

SAP Term: delivery date

• Component: MM

• Component Name: Materials Management

• Description: The date on which goods are to arrive at the customer's premises. &EXAMPLE& The delivery date can be the delivery date requested by the customer desired delivery date or the date confirmed in the vendor's order acknowledgment or shipping confirmation confirmed or acknowledged delivery date.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Delivery date is a term used in SAP Materials Management (MM) to refer to the date on which goods are expected to be delivered to the customer. It is used to plan and manage the supply chain process, and is typically set by the supplier. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP MM, the delivery date is entered into the system when creating a purchase order. This information is then used to plan and manage the supply chain process. The delivery date can be changed at any time, depending on the supplier's availability. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep track of delivery dates in SAP MM, as they can affect the overall supply chain process. It is also important to ensure that the delivery date is accurate, as this can help prevent delays in the supply chain process. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The delivery date is closely related to other terms such as lead time and order quantity. Lead time refers to the amount of time it takes for goods to be delivered from the supplier, while order quantity refers to the amount of goods that are ordered from the supplier. Both of these terms are important for managing the supply chain process in SAP MM.