What is evaluation type in SAP SCM-EWM - Extended Warehouse Management?

SAP Term: evaluation type

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: A category used to classify the working time of labor activities, for example, productive time.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Evaluation type is a feature in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SCM-EWM) that allows users to define the criteria for evaluating the performance of warehouse activities. It is used to measure the efficiency of warehouse operations and to identify areas for improvement. Evaluation types can be used to evaluate the performance of individual activities, such as picking, packing, and shipping, or they can be used to evaluate the overall performance of a warehouse. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use evaluation type in SAP EWM, users must first define the criteria for evaluation. This includes setting up the evaluation type, defining the criteria for evaluation, and assigning a weighting factor to each criterion. Once these steps are completed, users can then use the evaluation type to measure the performance of warehouse activities. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up an evaluation type in SAP EWM, it is important to consider how each criterion will be measured and what weighting factor should be assigned to each criterion. This will ensure that the evaluation type accurately reflects the performance of warehouse activities. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update the evaluation type as needed in order to ensure that it remains accurate and up-to-date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using evaluation type in SAP EWM, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/EXTENDED_WAREHOUSE_MANAGEMENT/9.4/en-US.