What is coding in SAP QM - Quality Management?

SAP Term: coding

• Component: QM

• Component Name: Quality Management

• Description: A unique identification of a problem using a code. The list of codes available is contained in a catalog.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Coding is a feature of SAP Quality Management (QM) that allows users to assign codes to materials, batches, and other objects. This helps to identify and track them more easily. Coding can be used to store information such as supplier details, batch numbers, and expiration dates.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use coding in SAP QM, users must first create a coding mask. This is a template that defines the structure of the code and the type of information it will contain. Once the coding mask is created, users can assign codes to materials, batches, and other objects. The codes can then be used to quickly identify and track them.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a coding mask, it is important to consider how the code will be used. For example, if the code will be used to track expiration dates, it should include a date field. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the code is easy to read and understand.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on coding in SAP QM, please refer to the official SAP documentation: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_QM/7.5/en-US