What is substitution procedure in SAP SCM-IBP-RM - Response?

SAP Term: substitution procedure

• Component: SCM-IBP-RM

• Component Name: Response

• Description: A combination of settings that determine the time and the duration of the substitution, specify the material that is substituted, and control the planning engine's behavior. More than one procedure can exist for a location material.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Substitution procedure is a feature in SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) for Retail and Merchandising (RM) module. It allows users to define a set of rules that will automatically substitute one item for another in the planning process. This helps to ensure that the right items are being planned for and that the plan is optimized for the best possible outcome. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the substitution procedure, users must first define the substitution rules. This includes specifying which items can be substituted, what criteria must be met for a substitution to occur, and what the substitution should be. Once these rules are defined, they can be applied to the planning process. The system will then automatically substitute one item for another based on the rules that have been set. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up substitution rules, it is important to consider all of the criteria that must be met for a substitution to occur. This includes factors such as availability, cost, and quality. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the substitution rules are regularly reviewed and updated as needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on substitution procedure in SAP's SCM-IBP-RM module, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide helpful tips and tricks for using this feature.