What is completion rule in SAP SD - Sales and Distribution?

SAP Term: completion rule

• Component: SD

• Component Name: Sales and Distribution

• Description: A rule that specifies when the item in a reference document is fully referenced. If one document is copied to another document, different rules apply to when the completed status is assigned to the reference document. When the reference document is completed, it cannot be copied to another document. In the SAP standard version, an inquiry item is assigned the status completed as soon as part of the inquiry quantity is copied to a quotation. A quotation quantity is not completed until the total quantity has been copied to one or more sales orders.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Completion rule in SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) is a set of conditions that must be met before a sales order can be considered complete. It is used to ensure that all necessary steps have been taken before the order is finalized. The completion rule can include conditions such as delivery, billing, payment, and other activities.
  
  How to use it: 
  The completion rule is set up in the SAP system by the user. It can be customized to meet the specific needs of the business. The user can define which activities must be completed before the order is considered complete. The completion rule can also be used to trigger certain actions, such as sending an email notification when an order is completed.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a completion rule, it is important to consider all possible scenarios that could occur during the sales process. This will help ensure that all necessary steps are taken before the order is finalized. Additionally, it is important to keep the completion rule up-to-date with any changes in the business process.
  
  Related Information: 
  The completion rule in SAP SD is related to other processes such as pricing, delivery, and billing. It is also related to other SAP modules such as Materials Management (MM) and Financial Accounting (FI). Understanding how these processes interact with each other will help ensure that all necessary steps are taken before an order is completed.