What is 'inclusion status' in SAP SRD-SRM-SC - SRM-Sourcing and Contracting?

inclusion status - Overview

• Component: SRD-SRM-SC

• Component Name: SRM-Sourcing and Contracting

• Description: A status that indicates whether an item is included in a quote that is submitted in response to a request for quotation.

inclusion status - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Inclusion status is a feature in SAP SRM-Sourcing and Contracting that allows users to control the visibility of certain documents. It is used to determine which documents are visible to different users, such as buyers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Documents can be marked as “included” or “excluded”, depending on the user’s needs. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Inclusion status can be set for documents in SAP SRM-Sourcing and Contracting. To do this, users must first select the document they wish to set the status for. Then, they must select the “Inclusion Status” option from the drop-down menu. Finally, they must select either “Included” or “Excluded” from the list of options. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to remember that setting an inclusion status for a document does not delete it from the system. It simply makes it invisible to certain users. This can be useful for keeping sensitive documents secure while still allowing access to other stakeholders. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Inclusion status is just one of many features available in SAP SRM-Sourcing and Contracting. Other features include contract management, supplier management, and sourcing optimization. All of these features can help users manage their procurement processes more efficiently and effectively.