What is putaway delay in SAP (SCM-EWM - Extended Warehouse Management)?

SAP Term: putaway delay

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: Duration of time which the putaway process is stopped to wait for a decision in SAP APO as to whether an unplanned cross-docking push deployment or picking from goods receipt is necessary. The putaway process is automatically continued after the putaway delay.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Putaway delay is a feature in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) that allows users to delay the putaway of goods into a storage bin until a certain date or time. This feature is useful for managing the flow of goods in the warehouse and ensuring that goods are stored in the most efficient way. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Putaway delay can be enabled in EWM by setting up a putaway strategy with the “Delay Putaway” option. This option allows users to specify a date or time when the goods should be put away. The system will then automatically put away the goods at the specified time. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a putaway strategy with the “Delay Putaway” option, it is important to consider the size and weight of the goods being stored. This will help ensure that the goods are stored in an efficient manner and that they are not damaged during storage. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on how to use putaway delay in SAP EWM, please refer to SAP Help documentation. Additionally, there are several online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to set up and use this feature.