What is 'manufacturer part number' in SAP SRD-SRM - SRM-Supplier Relationship Management?

manufacturer part number - Overview

• Component: SRD-SRM

• Component Name: SRM-Supplier Relationship Management

• Description: An alphanumeric identifier assigned by a company to each of the products it produces.

manufacturer part number - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) is a unique identifier assigned to a specific product or part by its manufacturer. It is used to identify and track the product throughout its life cycle, from production to distribution and sales. In SAP SRM-Supplier Relationship Management, the MPN is used to identify and manage the relationship between a supplier and a customer. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP SRM-Supplier Relationship Management, the MPN is used to identify and manage the relationship between a supplier and a customer. The MPN is used to track the product from production to distribution and sales. It can also be used to track the supplier’s performance in terms of quality, delivery, and cost. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering an MPN into SAP SRM-Supplier Relationship Management, it is important to ensure that it is accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that the supplier’s performance is accurately tracked and that any issues can be quickly identified and addressed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The MPN can also be used in other areas of SAP such as Materials Management (MM) and Sales & Distribution (SD). It can be used to track inventory levels, pricing, and delivery times. It can also be used to track customer orders and invoices.