Logistics & Supply Chain
What is Batch Determination?
Automatic selection of batches for goods issues, deliveries, or production using strategy records and characteristics.
It uses the condition technique with search strategies. Sort rules can enforce FEFO or FIFO. Test data needs batches with varying characteristic values to validate selection.
Related terms
Batch Management
Tracking materials in batches with specific characteristics, shelf life, and traceability.
Condition Technique
SAP's generic determination method using condition types, access sequences, and condition tables to find valid records.
Classification System
SAP's system of classes and characteristics used to describe and search objects such as materials and batches.
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