What is send ahead in SAP SRD-SCM-MD - SCM-Master Data?

SAP Term: send ahead

• Component: SRD-SCM-MD

• Component Name: SCM-Master Data

• Description: The forwarding of part of a material lot to a follow-on operation before all the units in the lot have completed the current operation. Material is sent ahead to reduce the manufacturing lead time.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Send ahead is a feature in SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) Master Data module. It allows users to create and manage a list of materials that are sent ahead of the actual order. This list is used to ensure that the materials are available when the order is placed. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use send ahead, users must first create a list of materials that they want to send ahead. This list can be created manually or imported from an external system. Once the list is created, users can then assign it to an order and specify the quantity of each material that should be sent ahead. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a send ahead list, it is important to ensure that all materials are included and that the quantities are accurate. This will help ensure that the materials are available when the order is placed. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes made to the list, as this could affect the availability of materials when the order is placed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Send ahead is just one of many features available in SAP's SCM Master Data module. Other features include material master data management, material availability checks, and inventory management. For more information on these features, please refer to SAP's official documentation.