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

SAP Term: product substitution

• Component: SCM-FRE

• Component Name: Forecasting and Replenishment

• Description: Replacement of an original product with a follow-up or replacement product. The system documents the exchange in the switch information.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Product substitution is a feature of the SAP SCM-FRE Forecasting and Replenishment component that allows users to substitute one product for another in order to meet customer demand. This feature is useful when a product is out of stock or unavailable, as it allows users to quickly and easily find an alternative product that meets the customer’s needs. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Product substitution can be enabled in the SAP SCM-FRE Forecasting and Replenishment component by setting up a substitution rule. This rule defines which products can be substituted for each other, and can be set up to take into account factors such as price, availability, and customer preferences. Once the substitution rule is set up, users can easily substitute one product for another when needed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a product substitution rule, it is important to consider the customer’s preferences. For example, if a customer prefers a certain brand of product, it may be beneficial to set up a substitution rule that takes this into account. Additionally, it is important to consider the availability of the substitute product when setting up the rule. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on product substitution in SAP SCM-FRE Forecasting and Replenishment, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_SCM_FRE_FORECASTING_AND_REPLENISHMENT/7.0/en-US