What is item category in SAP SCM-EWM-DLP - Delivery Processing?

SAP Term: item category

• Component: SCM-EWM-DLP

• Component Name: Delivery Processing

• Description: Classification of the different items that the system can process in delivery processing.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Item category is a classification of items in SAP that is used to determine the type of item and the processing logic for it. It is used in the Delivery Processing component of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) to determine the type of delivery document that is created for an item. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use item categories, they must first be defined in the system. This can be done by going to the Customizing menu and selecting the “Define Item Categories” option. Once defined, item categories can be assigned to items in the system. This can be done by going to the “Assign Item Categories” option in the Customizing menu. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When assigning item categories, it is important to make sure that they are assigned correctly. This will ensure that the correct delivery document is created for each item. Additionally, it is important to keep track of which item categories have been assigned to which items, as this will help with troubleshooting any issues that may arise. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on item categories and how they are used in SAP EWM Delivery Processing, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to use item categories in SAP EWM Delivery Processing.