What is external requirement in SAP (SRM-EBP - Enterprise Buyer)?

SAP Term: external requirement

• Component: SRM-EBP

• Component Name: Enterprise Buyer

• Description: A purchase requisition created in SAP ERP that is replicated and sent to SAP Supplier Relationship Management SAP SRM, where it is used to create a shopping cart. The shopping cart can then be used to create a purchase order.

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• Key Concepts: 
  External requirement is a term used in SAP SRM-EBP Enterprise Buyer Professional to refer to the need for goods or services from outside the company. It is created when a company needs to purchase goods or services from an external supplier. The external requirement is then used to create a purchase order, which is sent to the supplier. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP SRM-EBP Enterprise Buyer Professional, an external requirement can be created by selecting the “Create External Requirement” option from the menu. This will open a form where the user can enter the details of the goods or services needed, such as quantity, price, and delivery date. Once the form is completed, it can be sent to the supplier for processing. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an external requirement in SAP SRM-EBP Enterprise Buyer Professional, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary information is included in the form. This includes details such as quantity, price, and delivery date. Additionally, it is important to double-check that all of the information entered is accurate before sending it off to the supplier. 
  
  Related Information: 
  In SAP SRM-EBP Enterprise Buyer Professional, an external requirement can be linked to a purchase order. This allows for easy tracking of orders and ensures that all of the necessary information is included in both documents. Additionally, external requirements can be linked to contracts and other documents for easy reference and tracking.