Simplifying Goods Issue in SAP PP: Your Guide to Tcodes

In the SAP Production Planning (PP) world, goods play a vital role. It’s releasing raw materials from your inventory for consumption in production orders. This ensures you have the necessary components to fulfill those orders and keep your production line running smoothly.

But how do you actually perform a goods issue in SAP PP? That’s where transaction codes (Tcodes) come in. This blog will help you understand the key Tcodes for goods issues in SAP PP.

Understanding Goods Issue in SAP PP

When you perform a goods issue, you reduce the stock level of raw materials in your designated storage location. This triggers a chain reaction within the system, updating inventory records and production order statuses. The most common movement type associated with goods issues in PP is 261.

Essential Tcodes for Goods Issue in SAP PP

Here are the two primary codes you’ll use for goods issues in SAP PP:

• CO11N (Production Order) is the most versatile code for managing production orders. Within CO11N, navigate to the “Components” tab and perform a goods issue for the required raw materials.
• CO27 (Pick List): This code is designed to create and process pick lists. It allows you to select a production order, identify the necessary components, and generate a pick list for warehouse personnel to retrieve the materials.

Choosing the Right Tcode

The choice between CO11N and CO27 depends on your specific needs:

• Use CO11N for a one-time goods issue for a single production order.
• Use CO27 to generate pick lists for multiple production orders and streamline the warehouse picking process.

Additional Considerations

• While CO11N and CO27 are the core codes, your specific SAP implementation might offer additional functionalities or customized codes for goods issues. For a comprehensive understanding, it’s always best to consult your system documentation or your SAP consultant.
• Remember, the goods issue is just one part of the production process. Integration with other modules like Material Management (MM) ensures smooth material flow and accurate inventory management.

Conclusion

By understanding the concept of goods issues and the relevant codes in SAP PP (CO11N and CO27), you can efficiently manage your production processes and optimize resource utilization. This ensures the timely completion of production orders and a healthy bottom line.