What is qualification request in SAP (SLC-QUA - Supplier Qualification)?

SAP Term: qualification request

• Component: SLC-QUA

• Component Name: Supplier Qualification

• Description: A business object that is used to initiate a qualification process and that is sent to the suppliers assigned to it. The request contains a set of questionnaires for the suppliers to complete, basic data such as the deadline, and an invitation and explanatory text.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A qualification request is a process in the SLC-QUA Supplier Qualification component of SAP that allows a company to request information from a supplier. This information can include the supplier's financial stability, quality of products, and other relevant data. The request is sent to the supplier, who then has to provide the requested information in order for the company to make an informed decision about whether or not to do business with them. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use the qualification request process, a company must first create a request in SAP. This can be done by selecting the “Create Request” option in the SLC-QUA Supplier Qualification component. The company will then need to enter the supplier’s information and select which type of information they would like to receive from the supplier. Once this is done, the request will be sent to the supplier. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a qualification request, it is important to be as specific as possible about what type of information you are requesting from the supplier. This will help ensure that you receive all of the necessary information in order to make an informed decision about whether or not to do business with them. Additionally, it is important to keep track of all requests that have been sent out and their status so that you can follow up if necessary. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The SLC-QUA Supplier Qualification component also includes other features such as supplier evaluation and risk assessment. These features can be used in conjunction with qualification requests in order to gain a more comprehensive understanding of potential suppliers before making any decisions about doing business with them.