What is company role in SAP SRM-SUD - SRM Supplier Directory?

SAP Term: company role

• Component: SRM-SUD

• Component Name: SRM Supplier Directory

• Description: Function in which a company uses the Business Directory. There are two company roles: Purchaser and seller supplier.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Company role is a feature of the SAP Supplier Directory (SRM-SUD) that allows users to assign roles to suppliers. This allows users to easily identify the type of supplier and the services they provide. For example, a company role could be “manufacturer” or “distributor”. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To assign a company role to a supplier, go to the SRM-SUD Supplier Directory and select the supplier you want to assign a role to. Then, select the “Company Role” tab and select the appropriate role from the drop-down menu. Once you have selected the role, click “Save” to save your changes. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to assign accurate company roles to suppliers in order to ensure that they are properly identified and their services are accurately represented. Additionally, it is important to keep company roles up-to-date in order to ensure that suppliers are accurately identified and their services are accurately represented. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on how to use the SRM-SUD Supplier Directory, please refer to the SAP Help documentation. Additionally, for more information on how to assign company roles, please refer to the SAP Knowledge Base article on Assigning Company Roles in SRM-SUD.