Topic Covered-

1. Table Names and Condition Technique  

2. Free Goods and Item Categories  

3. Free Goods Discounts and Setup  

4. Free Goods Determination and Activation  

5. Free Goods Functionality Issues Discussed  

6. Free Goods Functionality in System  

7. Inclusive vs Exclusive Free Goods  

8. Material Substitution in Sales Distribution  

9. Material Substitution Process and Automation  

Table Names and Condition Technique

In the meeting, SD explained how to find table names in the system, using the example of the 'listing exclusion' table. He demonstrated how to use shortcuts like F1 to view field definitions and how to navigate to specific fields. He also clarified that they generally use configuration tables for their work, and that the table names can be found in the technical information section. The team also discussed the concept of condition technique, which involves creating condition tables, assigning access sequences, and determining procedures based on document types. They also discussed the functionality of listing and exclusion, where listed products can be ordered and excluded products cannot.

Free Goods and Item Categories

In the meeting, SD discussed the concept of 'free goods' in the context of item category determination. He explained that there are two types of free goods: inclusive and exclusive. In an inclusive scenario, a customer receives one free item out of the total number of items ordered, while in an exclusive scenario, the customer receives one extra item in addition to the total number ordered. SD also mentioned that the system configuration for free goods is similar to the condition technique. He emphasized the importance of understanding the concept of free goods and item category determination, as it is a significant topic in the certification process.

Free Goods Discounts and Setup

In this meeting segment, Sid explains the difference between inclusive and exclusive free goods discounts. For an inclusive discount, the customer orders a certain quantity but pays for less, receiving the full ordered quantity. For an exclusive discount, the customer pays the full price but receives extra goods beyond the ordered quantity. Sid then demonstrates how to set up condition technique for free goods in SAP, including maintaining condition tables, access sequences, condition types, and procedures. The key steps are creating condition tables, defining access sequences, creating a condition type linked to the access sequence, and copying a standard procedure with the new condition type. However, Sid notes that for free goods, the setup is the same for inclusive and exclusive discounts, with the distinction made later when maintaining condition records.

Free Goods Determination and Activation

SD discussed the standard procedure for free goods, focusing on the determination and activation process. He explained how the system determines the sales area, document pricing procedure, and customer pricing procedure based on the order type and customer details. He also demonstrated how to maintain the free goods condition records and how to switch between inclusive and exclusive options. The team was encouraged to raise any queries about the process.

Free Goods Functionality Issues Discussed

SD discussed issues with the system's free goods functionality. Initially, the system didn't find a valid bill of material, and later, it couldn't determine the free goods for a particular item. SD discovered that the standard item category settings were incorrect, causing the system to always look for a bill of material. After correcting the settings, the system started giving a warning message when the minimum quantity was not reached. SD demonstrated how the system now allows the creation of an order even when the minimum quantity is not met, but a warning message is displayed.

Free Goods Functionality in System

SD discussed the functionality of free goods in their system. He explained that when a quantity of 4 is ordered, 3 are paid for and 1 is given as a free good. The free good is determined by the item category, which can be either normal or free goods. He also explained that in the case of an exclusive free good, the same amount is paid for but an extra item is given. This extra item can be the same or a different product. SD also clarified that the free good is determined by the condition type, which is R100, indicating a 100% discount. He demonstrated this functionality using a sample scenario.

Inclusive vs Exclusive Free Goods

Sandeep explains the difference between inclusive and exclusive free goods scenarios. In an inclusive scenario, the company offers a higher discount percentage, which benefits the customer more. In an exclusive scenario, the company offers a lower discount percentage, which benefits the company more. Sandeep clarifies that inclusive scenarios typically involve bundling a lower-value item with the main product for free, while exclusive scenarios involve offering a completely different free item. The discussion aims to resolve any doubts about free goods scenarios before moving on to the next topic, material substitution.

Material Substitution in Sales Distribution

SD discussed the concept of material substitution in the context of sales and distribution. He explained that material substitution occurs when a product is not available, and a similar product with the same functionality is offered as a substitute. He mentioned that there can be multiple reasons for material substitution, such as lack of stock, discontinuation of a product, or offering combo packs. SD also outlined the steps to implement material substitution, including creating a condition table, maintaining access sequences, defining condition types, and assigning determination procedures. He emphasized that material substitution follows the condition technique.

Material Substitution Process and Automation

In the meeting, SD explained the process of material substitution in their system. He detailed how the system can be configured to substitute one material for another, with options for warning messages and pop-up notifications. He also discussed how the system can be set to display the original material ordered or the substituted material received. SD also mentioned that the system can be configured to display the substituted material as a sub-item. He concluded by stating that the system can be configured to handle different prices for the substituted material. Manny expressed interest in discussing test automation with SD, but SD suggested that this would be covered later in the project. SD also mentioned that he might be taking over some topics from Rohan, but the final decision was not confirmed.