What is 'reference product' in SAP SCM-APO-CA-CDP - Characteristics-Dependent Planning?

reference product - Overview

• Component: SCM-APO-CA-CDP

• Component Name: Characteristics-Dependent Planning

• Description: Configurable product for which a product variant is created. The product variant adopts the class and the characteristics from the reference product.

reference product - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Reference product is a term used in Characteristics-Dependent Planning (CDP) within the Supply Chain Management (SCM) Advanced Planner and Optimizer (APO) component of SAP. It is a product that is used as a reference for planning and forecasting purposes. The reference product can be used to compare the characteristics of other products to determine their suitability for a particular purpose. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use the reference product, you must first define it in the system. This can be done by selecting the product from the list of available products and assigning it as the reference product. Once this is done, you can then use the reference product to compare the characteristics of other products and determine their suitability for a particular purpose. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When selecting a reference product, it is important to choose one that has similar characteristics to the products you are comparing. This will ensure that the comparison is accurate and will help you make better decisions when planning and forecasting. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Characteristics-Dependent Planning (CDP) within SAP SCM-APO, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to use CDP in SAP SCM-APO.