What is usage decision in SAP QM - Quality Management?

SAP Term: usage decision

• Component: QM

• Component Name: Quality Management

• Description: Decision on the further processing of an inspection lot that is made on the basis of the inspection results. In the SAP system, a special catalog type in the inspection catalog contains the possible usage decisions.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Usage decision is a process in SAP Quality Management (QM) that allows users to decide whether a material should be accepted or rejected based on the results of an inspection. It is used to ensure that only materials that meet the required quality standards are used in production. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Usage decisions are made by entering the results of an inspection into the system. The system then evaluates the results and determines whether the material should be accepted or rejected. If the material is accepted, it can be used in production. If it is rejected, it must be reworked or discarded. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that all usage decisions are made accurately and consistently. This will help to ensure that only materials of the highest quality are used in production. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Usage decisions are part of the Quality Management process in SAP. Other components of this process include Quality Planning, Quality Inspection, and Quality Control.