What is document flow in SAP SD - Sales and Distribution?

SAP Term: document flow

• Component: SD

• Component Name: Sales and Distribution

• Description: A representation in the system of the sequence of documents for a business transaction. For example, a document flow can consist of a quotation, a sales order, a delivery, and an invoice.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Document flow in SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) is the process of tracking documents related to sales orders, deliveries, and billing. It is used to monitor the progress of a sales order from the time it is created until it is completed. Document flow also helps to ensure that all documents related to a sales order are properly processed and accounted for. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Document flow in SAP SD can be accessed through the Sales Order menu. From there, users can view the document flow for any sales order by selecting the “Document Flow” tab. This will display a list of all documents related to the sales order, including delivery notes, invoices, and other documents. Users can also view the status of each document in the document flow. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to regularly check the document flow for any sales orders that are being processed. This will help ensure that all documents are properly accounted for and that any issues with the order can be quickly identified and addressed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on document flow in SAP SD, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP support team.