What is bulk material in SAP PP - Production Planning and Control?

SAP Term: bulk material

• Component: PP

• Component Name: Production Planning and Control

• Description: An item in a bill of material that is stored loose at the work center, ready for use. Bulk materials are used in small quantities of low value. These items are not taken into account when costing an order.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Bulk material is a type of material used in production planning and control (PP) in SAP. It is a type of material that is stored in large quantities and is used for production purposes. Bulk materials are typically used in the manufacturing process, such as for raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP PP, bulk materials are managed using the Material Master Data. This data includes information about the material such as its description, unit of measure, and storage location. The Material Master Data also contains information about the material's availability and pricing. Bulk materials can be managed using the Production Planning and Control (PP) module in SAP. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When managing bulk materials in SAP PP, it is important to ensure that the material master data is up-to-date and accurate. This will help ensure that the production process runs smoothly and efficiently. Additionally, it is important to keep track of the inventory levels of bulk materials to ensure that there is enough material available for production. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on managing bulk materials in SAP PP, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP consultant. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to manage bulk materials in SAP PP.