What is external product category in SAP (SRD-SRM - SRM-Supplier Relationship Management)?

SAP Term: external product category

• Component: SRD-SRM

• Component Name: SRM-Supplier Relationship Management

• Description: The group to which a product is assigned by an external organization, such as a supplier. For example, stationery may be assigned to the category office supplies.

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• Key Concepts: 
  External product category is a feature of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) that allows users to classify products and services from external suppliers into categories. This categorization helps users to quickly identify and compare different products and services from different suppliers. 
  
  How to use it: 
  External product categories can be created in the SRM system by assigning a unique code to each category. This code can then be used to identify the category when searching for products and services from external suppliers. The categories can also be used to filter search results, allowing users to quickly find the products and services they need. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating external product categories, it is important to ensure that the categories are clearly defined and easy to understand. This will help users quickly identify the products and services they need. It is also important to ensure that the categories are kept up-to-date, as new products and services may be added over time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on external product categories in SAP SRM, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SRM/7.5/en-US.