What is direct material in SAP SRM-EBP - Enterprise Buyer?

SAP Term: direct material

• Component: SRM-EBP

• Component Name: Enterprise Buyer

• Description: A material that is directly used in the production of products and that as manufacturing costs affects the value of the finished product. Types of direct materials are raw materials and components. Direct materials are usually subject to inventory management. As opposed to indirect materials, or MRO maintenance, repair, and operations materials, which are not an integral part of a product.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Direct material is a type of material used in the SAP SRM-EBP Enterprise Buyer Professional component. It is a type of material that is purchased directly from a vendor and used in the production process. Direct materials are typically raw materials, such as steel, wood, or plastic, that are used to create a finished product. 
  
  How to Use it: 
  In the SAP SRM-EBP Enterprise Buyer Professional component, direct material can be managed and tracked. This includes tracking the cost of the material, the quantity purchased, and any other relevant information. The component also allows for the creation of purchase orders for direct materials and the tracking of delivery dates and invoices. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When purchasing direct materials, it is important to ensure that the quality of the material is up to standard. It is also important to ensure that the quantity purchased is sufficient for the production process. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes in pricing or delivery dates so that production can be planned accordingly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Direct materials are just one type of material used in production processes. Other types of materials include indirect materials, such as tools and supplies, and capital goods, such as machinery and equipment. Additionally, there are other components within SAP SRM-EBP Enterprise Buyer Professional that can be used to manage and track these different types of materials.