What is bill-of-material variant description in SAP SRD-SCM-MD - SCM-Master Data?

SAP Term: bill-of-material variant description

• Component: SRD-SCM-MD

• Component Name: SCM-Master Data

• Description: The designation of an alternate parts list.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A bill-of-material variant description is a type of SAP master data that is used to define the structure of a product. It is composed of components, such as materials, services, and other items, that are necessary for the production of the product. The variant description also includes information about the quantity and sequence of the components. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The bill-of-material variant description is used to define the structure of a product in SAP. It can be used to create a bill-of-materials (BOM) for a product, which is a list of all the components that are necessary for its production. The BOM can then be used to plan and manage production processes. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a bill-of-materials variant description, it is important to ensure that all necessary components are included in the BOM. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the quantity and sequence of components are accurate. This will help ensure that production processes run smoothly and efficiently. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The bill-of-material variant description is part of the SAP SCM (Supply Chain Management) module. It is related to other SAP SCM master data, such as material master data and vendor master data. Additionally, it is related to other SAP modules, such as Production Planning (PP) and Quality Management (QM).