What is hierarchy in SAP SCM-APO-MD - Master Data?

SAP Term: hierarchy

• Component: SCM-APO-MD

• Component Name: Master Data

• Description: Representation of hierarchical relationships between master data objects of an object type. The hierarchy is based on a hierarchy structure defined in Customizing which specifies the hierarchy category and the number of number of hierarchy levels. A hierarchy can comprise different hierarchy trees. Each hierarchy tree has its own root node. However, all nodes of a hierarchy must be master data objects of the same object type such as location products. The following master data object types can form hierarchies: Location Product Location product Resource Production process model PPM Production data structure PDS

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• Key Concepts: 
  A hierarchy in SAP SCM-APO-MD Master Data is a structure of related objects that are organized in a hierarchical order. It is used to represent the relationships between different objects, such as products, locations, and customers. The hierarchy can be used to define the relationships between different objects and to create a logical structure for data analysis. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP SCM-APO-MD Master Data, hierarchies can be created by defining the relationships between different objects. This can be done by creating a parent-child relationship between two objects or by creating a hierarchical structure of related objects. Once the hierarchy is created, it can be used to analyze data and to create reports. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a hierarchy in SAP SCM-APO-MD Master Data, it is important to ensure that the relationships between the objects are properly defined. This will ensure that the data analysis is accurate and that the reports generated are meaningful. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the hierarchy is kept up-to-date as changes in the data may require changes in the hierarchy. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on hierarchies in SAP SCM-APO-MD Master Data, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on how to create and use hierarchies in SAP SCM-APO-MD Master Data.