What is rule type in SAP SCM-APO-ATP - Global Available-to-Promise?

SAP Term: rule type

• Component: SCM-APO-ATP

• Component Name: Global Available-to-Promise

• Description: Setting in integrated rule maintenance. The rule type determines the behavior of a rule. It specifies if a list of location products is or is not included in a substitution list. There are three rule types: inclusive, exclusive, and alternative.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Rule type is a feature of the Global Available-to-Promise (ATP) component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. Rule type is used to define the criteria for determining the availability of a product or service. It is used to determine the availability of a product or service based on factors such as inventory, production, and delivery times. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Rule type can be used to define the criteria for determining the availability of a product or service. This can be done by setting up rules that specify the conditions that must be met in order for a product or service to be available. For example, a rule type can be set up to specify that a product must have an inventory level of at least 10 units in order to be available. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up rule types, it is important to consider all relevant factors that may affect the availability of a product or service. This includes factors such as inventory levels, production times, and delivery times. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the rules are set up in such a way that they accurately reflect the current availability of a product or service. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on rule types and how they are used in SAP's SCM-APO-ATP Global Available-to-Promise component, please refer to SAP's official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed tutorials and examples on how to set up rule types in SAP's SCM-APO-ATP Global Available-to-Promise component.