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

SAP Term: substitution scenario

• Component: SCM-IBP-RM

• Component Name: Response

• Description: A modeling of how fast and for how long a material in a certain location is substituted by another material. The scenario can be, for example, discontinuation or promotion, and the material and the substitute material can, if necessary, be both used for a defined period of time. Substitution scenarios consist of one or more substitution procedures.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Substitution scenarios in SAP are used to define the rules for substituting one material for another in the supply chain. This is useful when a certain material is not available or when a different material is more cost-effective. Substitution scenarios can be used to define the conditions under which a substitution should take place, such as the availability of the material, the cost of the material, and other factors. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Substitution scenarios can be created in SAP using the substitution scenario transaction (SUBST). This transaction allows users to define the conditions under which a substitution should take place. The user can also specify which materials should be substituted and which materials should not be substituted. Once the substitution scenario has been created, it can be used in various supply chain processes, such as procurement and inventory management. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a substitution scenario, it is important to consider all of the factors that could affect the substitution process. For example, if a certain material is not available, it may be necessary to substitute a different material that is more expensive or of lower quality. It is also important to consider any potential risks associated with substituting one material for another. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Substitution scenarios are closely related to other supply chain processes, such as procurement and inventory management. It is important to understand how these processes interact with each other in order to ensure that substitutions are made in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Additionally, it is important to understand how substitution scenarios can be used in conjunction with other supply chain processes, such as demand planning and forecasting.