What is material in SAP PP-PI - Production Planning for Process Industries?

SAP Term: material

• Component: PP-PI

• Component Name: Production Planning for Process Industries

• Description: Substance or object dealt with on a commercial basis or used, consumed, or generated during production. A material can be a chemical element or a compound.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Material is a term used in SAP PP-PI Production Planning for Process Industries to refer to the raw materials, components, and other items used in the production process. It is important to note that materials can be both physical and virtual, such as software or services. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP PP-PI Production Planning for Process Industries, materials are used to define the components of a production process. This includes the raw materials, components, and other items needed for the production process. Materials can be added to a production order and tracked throughout the entire production process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a production order in SAP PP-PI Production Planning for Process Industries, it is important to ensure that all materials are correctly specified. This will help ensure that the production process runs smoothly and efficiently. Additionally, it is important to keep track of all materials used in the production process so that they can be easily identified and replaced if necessary. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on materials in SAP PP-PI Production Planning for Process Industries, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to use materials in SAP PP-PI Production Planning for Process Industries.