What is location alias in SAP SCM-APO-ATP - Global Available-to-Promise?

SAP Term: location alias

• Component: SCM-APO-ATP

• Component Name: Global Available-to-Promise

• Description: An external name for the SAP APO location from the perspective of an external system. A location alias is used to convert the location name of a system for use in another system. &EXAMPLE& The rules-based availability check confirms a quantity from the location of another system for example, a distribution center. The quantity will be delivered from this location; that is, the distribution center takes over the role of supplier and is also saved as a supplier with the location alias number in the sales system that is checking availability.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Location alias is a term used in SAP's SCM-APO-ATP Global Available-to-Promise (GATP) component. It is a type of master data that is used to represent a physical location, such as a warehouse or store. It is used to identify the source of goods and services and to track inventory levels. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Location aliases are used in GATP to identify the source of goods and services. They are also used to track inventory levels, so that customers can be informed of the availability of goods and services. The location alias can be used to determine the availability of goods and services at different locations, as well as the cost associated with shipping them from one location to another. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a location alias, it is important to ensure that it is accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that customers are provided with accurate information about the availability of goods and services. Additionally, it is important to keep track of inventory levels at each location, as this will help ensure that customers are not overcharged for shipping costs. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Location aliases are part of SAP's SCM-APO-ATP Global Available-to-Promise (GATP) component. Other components of GATP include product availability check, product allocation, and order promising. Additionally, SAP provides a range of tools and resources for managing master data, such as the Master Data Management (MDM) tool.