Release Indicator
Definition
When a requisition or an external purchasing document has been processed via a release code, a release indicator is assigned to it.
When the system sets which release indicator is defined in the Customizing facility for Purchasing (in the release strategy via the release statuses).
What does the release indicator determine?
Requisitions... |
External purchasing documents.... |
Whether the item may be changed by Purchasing or Materials Planning and Control after the start of the release procedure Whether a new strategy is determined and whether existing releases must be cancelled in the event of changes Whether an RFQ or a PO may be created with reference to the item |
Whether the document may be changed by Purchasing after the start of the release procedure Whether a new strategy is determined and whether existing releases must be cancelled in the event of changes Whether the purchasing document is released for transmission |
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