What is requirement in SAP SD - Sales and Distribution?

SAP Term: requirement

• Component: SD

• Component Name: Sales and Distribution

• Description: A factor in the condition technique that restricts access to a condition table. The system only accesses a condition table to determine the price if the specified requirement has been met. &EXAMPLE& The system uses an access sequence to determine the price of a material. One of the accesses in the sequence contains the requirement "in foreign currency." The system only uses the table behind this access if the sales order for which the price is calculated is in a foreign currency.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A requirement in SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) is a request for goods or services from a customer. It is usually created in response to a customer inquiry or order. The requirement can be fulfilled by creating a sales order, delivery, or invoice. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP SD, requirements are created in the Requirement tab of the Sales Order. The user can enter the customer’s request and then create a sales order, delivery, or invoice to fulfill the requirement. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a requirement in SAP SD, it is important to enter all relevant information such as customer name, item number, quantity, and delivery date. This will ensure that the requirement is fulfilled accurately and efficiently. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on requirements in SAP SD, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP consultant.