What is storage type role in SAP SCM-EWM - Extended Warehouse Management?

SAP Term: storage type role

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: Classification of storage types. The following are examples of storage type roles: Standard storage type Pick point Staging area group Work center Warehouse door group

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• Key Concepts: 
  Storage type roles are used in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) to define the characteristics of a storage type. A storage type role is a combination of several parameters that define the behavior of a storage type. These parameters include the type of goods stored, the size of the storage area, and the access rights for different users. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Storage type roles are used to define the characteristics of a storage type in SAP EWM. To create a storage type role, go to the Customizing application and select “Define Storage Type Roles”. From there, you can enter the parameters for your storage type role and save it. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a storage type role, make sure to consider all of the parameters that will affect its behavior. For example, if you are storing hazardous materials, you should make sure that only authorized personnel have access to that area. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on storage type roles in SAP EWM, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/EXTENDED_WAREHOUSE_MANAGEMENT/9.4/en-US