What is consolidation group in SAP SCM-EWM - Extended Warehouse Management?

SAP Term: consolidation group

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: In the goods receipt or putaway process, a collection of storage bins from a storage section. In the goods issue process, a collection of matching delivery characteristics such as ship-to party, route, freight forwarder, or delivery priority. Products with the same consolidation group can be packed together in a system-guided process. This means that in the putaway process, you can work with distributive putaway or can send the products together.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A consolidation group is a feature of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SCM-EWM) that allows users to group together multiple warehouses and manage them as one. This allows for better inventory management, as well as improved visibility and control over the entire supply chain. The consolidation group also allows for better planning and forecasting, as well as improved customer service. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the consolidation group feature, users must first create a consolidation group in the system. This can be done by selecting the “Create Consolidation Group” option in the SCM-EWM menu. Once the consolidation group is created, users can then add warehouses to it. This can be done by selecting the “Add Warehouse” option in the SCM-EWM menu. Once all of the warehouses have been added, users can then manage them as one entity. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a consolidation group, it is important to consider how many warehouses will be included in it. This will help ensure that the consolidation group is not too large or too small for the user’s needs. Additionally, it is important to consider how often the warehouses will need to be updated or changed. This will help ensure that the consolidation group remains up-to-date and accurate. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP Extended Warehouse Management and its features, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on how to use this software effectively.