What is part type in SAP PUR-PRP - Procurement Planning?

SAP Term: part type

• Component: PUR-PRP

• Component Name: Procurement Planning

• Description: Attribute that describes of what kind an item is. It defines whether an item is new, modified, or a carry-over part COP.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Part type is a classification of materials in the SAP system. It is used to differentiate between different types of materials, such as raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products. In the Procurement Planning (PUR-PRP) component, part type is used to determine the procurement strategy for each material. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Part type is used in the Procurement Planning (PUR-PRP) component to determine the procurement strategy for each material. The part type can be set manually or automatically by the system. When manually setting the part type, it is important to select the correct type for each material in order to ensure that the correct procurement strategy is applied. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When manually setting the part type, it is important to select the correct type for each material in order to ensure that the correct procurement strategy is applied. It is also important to keep track of any changes made to the part type as this can affect the procurement strategy. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on part types and how they are used in SAP, please refer to SAP Help documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to use part types in SAP.