What is upgrade order in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

SAP Term: upgrade order

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: A type of refurbishment order that allows a material number change for a serviceable or unserviceable part which is to be upgraded or modified during repair and returned as a serviceable part. &EXAMPLE& For example, you require a part material B. Rather than procure a new part, you want to check the stock using the rules-based availability check to see if there is an available part material A that can be repaired or upgraded to fulfill your requirement. Rules-based availability check with material exchange in SCM can be performed on the main component or consumption components of upgrade orders.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An upgrade order is a type of maintenance order in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) that is used to upgrade or replace existing equipment. It is used to document the process of replacing an existing piece of equipment with a new one, and can also be used to document the process of upgrading an existing piece of equipment with a newer version. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To create an upgrade order in SAP PM, first select the “Create Upgrade Order” option from the menu. Then, enter the details of the existing equipment and the new equipment that will be replacing it. Once all the details have been entered, click “Save” to create the upgrade order. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an upgrade order, make sure to include all relevant information such as serial numbers, model numbers, and any other relevant details. This will help ensure that the upgrade order is accurate and complete. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on upgrade orders in SAP PM, please refer to the official SAP documentation on Plant Maintenance.