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

SAP Term: substitution control

• Component: SCM-FRE

• Component Name: Forecasting and Replenishment

• Description: Consists of substitution type and control type; it can have the following values: follow-up product, event-controlled follow-up product, time-controlled replacement product, event-controlled.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Substitution control is a feature of the SAP Forecasting and Replenishment (SCM-FRE) component that allows users to define substitution rules for materials. These rules allow users to substitute one material for another in certain situations, such as when a material is out of stock or when a customer requests a different material. Substitution control also allows users to define the conditions under which a substitution can be made, such as the quantity of the material being substituted and the cost of the substitution.
  
  How to use it: 
  Substitution control can be used in SAP Forecasting and Replenishment by defining substitution rules for materials. These rules can be defined in the Substitution Control tab of the Material Master Data screen. Once the rules are defined, they can be applied to orders and other transactions in order to substitute one material for another.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining substitution rules, it is important to consider the cost of the substitution as well as any other factors that may affect the cost or availability of the material being substituted. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all relevant stakeholders are aware of any changes in materials due to substitution control.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on substitution control in SAP Forecasting and Replenishment, please refer to SAP Help documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SCM_FRE/7.5/en-US.