What is characteristic value in SAP SRD-SCM-DP - SCM-Demand Planning?

SAP Term: characteristic value

• Component: SRD-SCM-DP

• Component Name: SCM-Demand Planning

• Description: The information assigned to a characteristic in planning. A characteristic can have a number of characteristic values. For example, the characteristic "product" has the characteristic value of its Product ID.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A characteristic value is a data element in SAP Demand Planning that is used to define the characteristics of a product. It is used to differentiate products from one another and to group them into categories. Characteristic values are used to define the product's attributes, such as size, color, and material. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP Demand Planning, characteristic values are used to define the characteristics of a product. They are used to differentiate products from one another and to group them into categories. Characteristic values can be assigned to products in the master data section of the system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When assigning characteristic values to products in SAP Demand Planning, it is important to ensure that the values are accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that the system is able to accurately differentiate between products and group them into the correct categories. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Characteristic values are also used in other SAP modules, such as SAP Materials Management and SAP Sales & Distribution. For more information on how characteristic values are used in these modules, please refer to the relevant documentation.