What is distribution receipt in SAP SCM-APO-SNP - Supply Network Planning (SNP)?

SAP Term: distribution receipt

• Component: SCM-APO-SNP

• Component Name: Supply Network Planning (SNP)

• Description: Stock transfers that are generated during the SNP planning process and updated in every planning phase. The distribution receipt shows the receiving location's view of these stock transfers the view from the supplying location is provided by the distribution demand. Thefollowing three different forms of distribution receipt exist, depending on the SNP planning phase: Planned distribution receipt: This refers to the SNP stock transfers that are generated during the SNP run. Confirmed disribution receipt: This refers to the deployment stock transfers that are generated during the deployment run. TLB-confirmed distribution receipt: This refers to the TLB shipments that are generated during the TLB run. The "Distribution Receipt MRP Area" is a special case. It includes stock transfer reservations generated during the SNP run for stock transfers for which at least one location is an MRP area.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A Distribution Receipt is a document used in Supply Network Planning (SNP) within SAP. It is used to confirm the receipt of goods from a supplier and is used to update the inventory levels in the system. The document also serves as a record of the goods received and can be used for tracking and reporting purposes. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use a Distribution Receipt, the user must first create a purchase order for the goods they wish to receive. Once the goods have been received, the user must enter the details of the goods into the system, including quantity, item number, and any other relevant information. Once this is done, the user can then generate a Distribution Receipt which will be sent to the supplier as confirmation of receipt. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that all details entered into the system are accurate and up-to-date. This will ensure that inventory levels are accurately reflected in the system and that any discrepancies can be easily identified and rectified. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all Distribution Receipts are stored securely in order to maintain an accurate record of goods received. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Supply Network Planning (SNP) within SAP, please refer to SAP's official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available which provide further information on how to use Distribution Receipts within SAP.