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

SAP Term: work category

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: A classification of what kind of work a processor does For example, you can use the work category to distinguish between work on the warehouse floor and work in the office.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Work categories are used in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) to group together similar activities. They are used to define the types of work that can be performed in a warehouse, such as picking, packing, and loading. Work categories are also used to assign resources to tasks and to track the progress of work. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Work categories can be created in EWM by going to the “Work Category” tab in the Warehouse Management menu. From there, users can create new work categories and assign resources to them. Once a work category is created, it can be assigned to tasks in the warehouse. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating work categories, it is important to consider the resources that will be assigned to them. This will help ensure that tasks are completed efficiently and that resources are not over-allocated. Additionally, it is important to consider the types of tasks that will be assigned to each work category and ensure that they are appropriate for the resources assigned. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on work categories in SAP EWM, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP support team. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and videos available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create and manage work categories in EWM.