What is hardware material in SAP PLM-ESD - Embedded Systems Development?

SAP Term: hardware material

• Component: PLM-ESD

• Component Name: Embedded Systems Development

• Description: A material that is not defined as software in the system.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Hardware material is a type of material used in SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Embedded Systems Development (ESD) component. It is used to represent physical components such as circuit boards, chips, and other hardware components that are part of a product. It is also used to store information about the physical characteristics of the hardware components, such as size, weight, and electrical properties. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Hardware material can be created in the SAP system by entering the relevant information about the hardware component into the system. This information includes the type of component, its size, weight, and electrical properties. Once the hardware material is created, it can be used in the PLM-ESD component to track and manage the physical components of a product. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a hardware material in SAP, it is important to ensure that all of the relevant information is entered accurately. This will ensure that the hardware material can be used effectively in the PLM-ESD component. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes made to the hardware material over time, as this will help ensure that the information stored in SAP is up-to-date and accurate. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using hardware materials in SAP's PLM-ESD component, please refer to SAP's official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on using hardware materials in SAP.