What is product subfamily in SAP SCM-SOP - Sales & Operations Planning?

SAP Term: product subfamily

• Component: SCM-SOP

• Component Name: Sales & Operations Planning

• Description: A subgroup within a product family. The customer defines the criteria for the subgroup.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Product subfamily is a term used in SAP SCM-SOP Sales & Operations Planning. It is a way of grouping products together based on their characteristics, such as size, color, or type. This allows for more efficient planning and forecasting of sales and operations. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Product subfamilies can be created in the SAP system by assigning a product to a specific subfamily. This can be done manually or through an automated process. Once the product is assigned to a subfamily, it can be used for forecasting and planning purposes. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating product subfamilies, it is important to consider the characteristics of the products that will be grouped together. This will ensure that the subfamilies are accurately reflecting the products they contain. Additionally, it is important to keep the subfamilies up-to-date as new products are added or existing products are removed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Product subfamilies are closely related to product families, which are larger groupings of products based on their characteristics. Product families can be used to create more detailed forecasts and plans than product subfamilies. Additionally, product families can be used to create more accurate pricing strategies for different types of products.