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

SAP Term: work center

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: A physical unit in the warehouse, in which warehouse activities such as packing, deconsolidation, and weighing can be performed. Example Packing station

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• Key Concepts: 
  A work center is a physical or virtual location in an SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system where goods are received, stored, and shipped. It is the basic unit of resource planning and control in EWM. Work centers are used to define the capacity of a warehouse and to assign tasks to personnel. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Work centers can be used to define the capacity of a warehouse by setting the maximum number of personnel that can work in a given area. This helps to ensure that the warehouse is not overloaded with too many tasks. Additionally, work centers can be used to assign tasks to personnel. This allows for better resource planning and control, as tasks can be assigned to specific personnel based on their skills and availability. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up work centers in an EWM system, it is important to consider the size of the warehouse and the number of personnel that will be working in it. This will help ensure that the capacity of the warehouse is not exceeded and that tasks are assigned appropriately. Additionally, it is important to consider the skills and availability of personnel when assigning tasks to work centers. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on work centers in SAP EWM, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/EXTENDED_WAREHOUSE_MANAGEMENT/9.5/en-US