What is product load category in SAP SCM-EWM - Extended Warehouse Management?

SAP Term: product load category

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: Group of products that are similar with regards to their workload and their handling. The product load category follows through into calculation of workloads that result, for example, during putaway or picking of a product. &EXAMPLE& Group of products that has one or more of the following attributes: Fragile Dangerous Bulky Liquid

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• Key Concepts: 
  Product Load Category is a feature of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) that allows users to group products into categories based on their characteristics. This helps to streamline the process of loading and unloading products from warehouses, as well as providing an easy way to track and manage inventory. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Product Load Categories can be created in the EWM system by assigning a unique name and description to each category. Products can then be assigned to the appropriate category based on their characteristics, such as size, weight, or type. Once the categories are created, they can be used to quickly identify and locate products in the warehouse. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating Product Load Categories, it is important to consider how they will be used in the warehouse. For example, if products are often loaded and unloaded together, it may be beneficial to create a single category for all of them. This will make it easier to locate and manage them in the warehouse. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Product Load Categories are closely related to other features of EWM, such as Storage Bins and Storage Types. These features can be used in conjunction with Product Load Categories to further streamline the process of loading and unloading products from warehouses.