What is 'receiving storage location' in SAP PP - Production Planning and Control?

receiving storage location - Overview

• Component: PP

• Component Name: Production Planning and Control

• Description: A storage location where material is placed in stock.

receiving storage location - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A receiving storage location is a warehouse location in SAP Production Planning and Control (PP) where goods are received from vendors. It is used to store the goods until they are ready to be moved to the next step in the production process. The receiving storage location is also used to track the quantity of goods received and to ensure that the goods are of the correct quality. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP PP, a receiving storage location is created by entering the warehouse number and description in the Warehouse Master Data screen. Once created, it can be assigned to a vendor in the Vendor Master Data screen. When goods are received from a vendor, they are stored in the receiving storage location until they are ready to be moved to the next step in the production process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the receiving storage location is properly maintained and monitored. This includes regularly checking for any discrepancies between the quantity of goods received and what was ordered, as well as ensuring that all goods are of the correct quality. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The receiving storage location is closely related to other warehouse locations such as shipping locations, transfer locations, and production locations. It is important to understand how these different warehouse locations interact with each other in