What is 'release discount' in SAP SRM-EBP-CON - Contract Management?

release discount - Overview

• Component: SRM-EBP-CON

• Component Name: Contract Management

• Description: A discount granted according to the quantity or amount that has been released against a purchasing contract.

release discount - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Release discount is a type of discount that is applied to a purchase order when the buyer releases the order for processing. This type of discount is typically used to incentivize buyers to release orders quickly, as it reduces the overall cost of the order. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP SRM-EBP-CON Contract Management, release discounts are set up in the contract master data. The buyer can then select the release discount when creating a purchase order. The discount will be applied when the order is released. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up release discounts, it is important to consider the impact on the overall cost of the order. If the discount is too large, it may not be worth releasing the order early. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Release discounts are just one type of discount that can be applied to purchase orders in SAP SRM-EBP-CON Contract Management. Other types of discounts include quantity discounts and early payment discounts.