Managing Special Stocks (MM-IM) 

Definition

Special stocks are stocks that are managed separately as a result of their not belonging to your company or being stored at a particular location.

Structure

Special stocks and special procurement types are divided into the following areas:

· Consignment

· Subcontracting

· Stock transfer using stock transport order

· Third-party processing

· Returnable transport packaging

· Pipeline handling

· Sales order stock

· Project stock

The following sections outline the special features of each area in the Purchasing, Inventory Management, and Invoice Verification components.