What is virtual child location in SAP SCM-APO-SPP - Service Parts Planning?

SAP Term: virtual child location

• Component: SCM-APO-SPP

• Component Name: Service Parts Planning

• Description: Location within a bill of distribution BOD that both distributes goods to child locations as a parent location and supplies them directly to customers.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Virtual child location is a feature of SAP SCM-APO-SPP Service Parts Planning that allows for the creation of virtual locations within a physical location. This allows for the grouping of parts and components into logical units, making it easier to manage and track inventory. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Virtual child locations can be created in SAP SCM-APO-SPP Service Parts Planning by selecting the “Create Virtual Child Location” option from the menu. This will open a window where you can enter the details of the virtual location, such as its name, description, and parent location. Once created, the virtual child location can be used to store and manage inventory. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating virtual child locations, it is important to ensure that they are properly named and organized. This will make it easier to find and manage inventory in the future. Additionally, it is important to keep track of which parts and components are stored in each virtual child location, as this will help with inventory management. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on virtual child locations in SAP SCM-APO-SPP Service Parts Planning, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on how to use this feature effectively.