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

stage - Overview

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: Move goods to an intermediate storage location until they are physically loaded as part of the outbound process or they are physically received as part of the inbound process

stage - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Stage is a term used in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) to refer to a specific step in a process. It is used to track the progress of goods and materials through the warehouse. Stages are used to define the different steps of a process, such as receiving, putaway, picking, and shipping. Each stage has its own set of rules and parameters that must be followed in order for the process to be completed successfully.
  
  How to use it: 
  Stages are used to define the different steps of a process in SAP EWM. Each stage has its own set of rules and parameters that must be followed in order for the process to be completed successfully. For example, when receiving goods into the warehouse, the stage would be “Receiving” and the parameters would include the quantity of goods received, the type of goods received, and any other relevant information. When putting away goods into storage locations, the stage would be “Putaway” and the parameters would include the storage location, quantity of goods stored, and any other relevant information. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up stages in SAP EWM, it is important to ensure that all stages are properly configured with the correct parameters. This will ensure that all processes are completed correctly and efficiently. Additionally, it is important to keep track of which stages