What is 'picking' in SAP SCM-EWM - Extended Warehouse Management?

picking - Overview

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: The process of grouping goods products from the warehouse based on warehouse tasks for deliveries in the outbound process.

picking - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Picking is the process of selecting items from a warehouse for delivery to a customer. In SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), picking is the process of selecting items from a warehouse and preparing them for delivery. It involves the selection of items from storage locations, the consolidation of items into delivery units, and the preparation of delivery documents. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP EWM, picking is done using a variety of methods, including manual picking, wave picking, and zone picking. Manual picking involves selecting items from storage locations and consolidating them into delivery units. Wave picking involves grouping orders together and selecting items from storage locations in batches. Zone picking involves grouping orders together and selecting items from storage locations in specific zones. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using SAP EWM for picking, it is important to ensure that the correct items are selected from the correct storage locations. It is also important to ensure that the delivery units are properly consolidated and that all necessary documents are prepared. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP EWM and its picking processes, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to use SAP EWM for picking.