What is purchasing document delivery schedule in SAP (MM-PUR - Purchasing)?

SAP Term: purchasing document delivery schedule

• Component: MM-PUR

• Component Name: Purchasing

• Description: A timescale for the successive delivery of parts of the total quantity of a material included as an item of a purchasing document such as a purchase requisition, purchase order, or scheduling agreement.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Purchasing document delivery schedule is a feature in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing that allows users to set up a schedule for the delivery of goods and services. This feature allows users to plan and manage their purchasing activities more efficiently. The delivery schedule can be set up for a single purchase order or for multiple purchase orders. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To set up a purchasing document delivery schedule, users must first create a purchase order. Once the purchase order is created, users can then select the “Delivery Schedule” tab in the purchase order. From there, users can enter the desired delivery date and quantity for each item in the purchase order. The system will then generate a delivery schedule based on the entered information. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a purchasing document delivery schedule, it is important to consider the lead time of each item in the purchase order. This will ensure that all items are delivered on time and that there are no delays in the delivery process. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes to the delivery schedule as they may affect the overall timeline of the project. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on purchasing document delivery schedules, please refer to SAP Help documentation or contact your local SAP support team. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to set up and manage purchasing document delivery schedules in SAP MM-PUR Purchasing.