What is technical type in SAP PP-BD - Basic Data?

SAP Term: technical type

• Component: PP-BD

• Component Name: Basic Data

• Description: A tool used to classify BOMs so you can use a common BOM group to represent one product or similar products. BOMs can be assigned to one of the following technical types: Multiple BOM Variant BOM

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• Key Concepts: 
  Technical type is a term used in the SAP PP-BD Basic Data component. It is a classification of objects that are used to define the characteristics of a material. Technical types are used to group materials with similar characteristics, such as size, weight, and color. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use technical types, you must first create them in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the PP-BD Basic Data component and selecting the “Create Technical Type” option. Once created, you can assign materials to the technical type by selecting the “Assign Material” option. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating technical types, it is important to consider how they will be used in the future. For example, if you plan on using them for reporting purposes, it may be beneficial to create multiple technical types with different characteristics. This will allow you to easily filter and analyze data based on specific criteria. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on technical types in SAP PP-BD Basic Data, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create and manage technical types in SAP.