What is 'previous document number' in SAP SCM-EWM - Extended Warehouse Management?

previous document number - Overview

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: A number assigned by the customs authorities that is used together with the previous document type to identify the goods shipment. The previous document number can be found in the transit accompanying document.

previous document number - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Previous document number is a unique identifier assigned to each document in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). It is used to track and trace documents within the system. The document number is generated automatically when a document is created and can be used to quickly locate the document in the system. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The previous document number can be found in the header of the document. It is also displayed in the list of documents in the system. To view the list of documents, go to the “Documents” tab in SAP EWM. The previous document number can also be used to search for a specific document. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When searching for a specific document, it is important to remember that the previous document number is case sensitive. It is also important to note that the previous document number may change if the document is edited or deleted. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The previous document number can be used in conjunction with other search criteria such as date, time, and user name to narrow down search results. It can also be used to quickly locate documents that have been archived or deleted from the system.