What is interchangeability group in SAP SCM-APO-MD - Master Data?

SAP Term: interchangeability group

• Component: SCM-APO-MD

• Component Name: Master Data

• Description: Groups together products for interchangeability purposes. The following types of interchangeability groups are available: Supersession chain FFF class Restricted interchangeability for FFF classes Product substitution procedure

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• Key Concepts: 
  An interchangeability group is a type of master data in SAP SCM-APO-MD that is used to group together different materials that are interchangeable. This means that the materials in the group can be used interchangeably in production, sales, and other processes. The interchangeability group is used to ensure that the right material is used for the right process. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use an interchangeability group, you first need to create one. This can be done in the SAP SCM-APO-MD system by entering the material numbers of the materials you want to include in the group. Once the group is created, it can be used in any process where interchangeable materials are needed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an interchangeability group, it is important to make sure that all of the materials included in the group are actually interchangeable. This means that they should have similar characteristics and be able to be used for the same purpose. It is also important to keep track of which materials are included in each group so that they can be easily identified when needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Interchangeability groups are closely related to other types of master data such as material groups and product hierarchies. It is important to understand how these different types of master data interact with each other in order to ensure that the right material is used for the right process.