What is purchase request in SAP (SRD-SRM-PRO - SRM-Purchase Requests and Orders)?

SAP Term: purchase request

• Component: SRD-SRM-PRO

• Component Name: SRM-Purchase Requests and Orders

• Description: A request or instruction to the purchasing department to purchase specified materials and services in specified quantities within a specified time.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A purchase request is a document used in SAP SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) to initiate the procurement process. It is created by a requester and sent to the purchasing department for approval. The purchase request contains information about the item or service being requested, such as quantity, price, and delivery date. Once approved, the purchase request is converted into a purchase order and sent to the supplier. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP SRM, a purchase request is created by selecting the “Create Purchase Request” option from the menu. The requester then enters the necessary information about the item or service being requested. Once all of the information has been entered, the requester submits the purchase request for approval. If approved, the purchase request is converted into a purchase order and sent to the supplier. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a purchase request in SAP SRM, it is important to include all of the necessary information about the item or service being requested. This includes quantity, price, delivery date, and any other relevant details. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all of the information entered is accurate and up-to-date before submitting the purchase request for approval. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP SRM and purchase requests, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on SRM-Purchase Requests and Orders (https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SRM/7.5/en-US). Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed tutorials on how to create and manage purchase requests in SAP SRM.