What is 'material number' in SAP MM - Materials Management?

material number - Overview

• Component: MM

• Component Name: Materials Management

• Description: A number that uniquely identifies a material in the SAP system. As a rule, a material master record must exist for each material managed in an enterprise. This record is stored under the material number.

material number - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A material number is a unique identifier assigned to a material in SAP Materials Management (MM). It is used to identify and track materials within the system. The material number is also used to link the material to other components, such as pricing, inventory, and purchasing. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The material number is used in all transactions related to the material, such as creating a purchase order or entering an inventory transaction. It is also used in reporting and analysis, such as creating a list of materials or tracking inventory levels. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering a material number into a transaction, it is important to ensure that the correct material number is entered. This can be done by using the search function or by double-checking the material number before submitting the transaction. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The material number is linked to other components in SAP MM, such as pricing, inventory, and purchasing. It is also linked to other modules, such as Sales and Distribution (SD) and Production Planning (PP).