What is follow-up product in SAP SCM-FRE - Forecasting and Replenishment?

SAP Term: follow-up product

• Component: SCM-FRE

• Component Name: Forecasting and Replenishment

• Description: Product that permanently replaces an original product.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Follow-up products are a type of product in the SAP SCM-FRE Forecasting and Replenishment component. They are used to forecast and replenish inventory for items that are related to each other, such as a product and its accessories. The follow-up product is the item that is replenished based on the demand of the main product. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Follow-up products can be set up in the SAP SCM-FRE Forecasting and Replenishment component. First, you need to define the main product and its related follow-up products. Then, you need to set up the replenishment rules for each follow-up product. This includes setting up the replenishment strategy, lead time, and safety stock levels. Finally, you need to activate the follow-up product in order for it to be used in forecasting and replenishment. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up follow-up products, it is important to consider the lead time of each item. This will ensure that the follow-up products are replenished in time for when they are needed. It is also important to consider the safety stock levels of each item, as this will ensure that there is enough inventory available when needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up follow-up products in SAP SCM-FRE Forecasting and Replenishment, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SCM_FRE/7.0/en-US/f9f8d3a2b6c14e8a9f3d7c2b5f9e4d1a.html