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Layout-oriented storage control is used to manage intermediate steps based on the warehouse layout. The scenario "Value-added service before putaway" involves layout-oriented storage control because:

The value-added service (e.g., kitting, labeling) occurs at a specific location before final putaway.

The system routes goods through an intermediate work center for the value-added service activity.

Incorrect Options:

B, C, D: These scenarios are better managed with process-oriented storage control, as they are more process-specific than layout-driven.

References:

SAP EWM Documentation: Layout-Oriented vs. Process-Oriented Storage Control

SAP Help Portal: Storage Control Configuration

Internal goods movements in SAP EWM include:

B. Ad Hoc Movements:

Unplanned movements of stock to meet operational needs.

C. Warehouse Reorganization:

Optimizing storage space by rearranging stock locations.

D. Replenishment:

Refilling picking locations from bulk storage to ensure stock availability.

Incorrect Options:

A: Slotting is a planning process for determining optimal storage locations, not an internal goods movement.

E: Direct putaway is part of inbound processing, not an internal movement.

References:

SAP EWM Documentation: Internal Goods Movements Overview

SAP Help Portal: Replenishment and Warehouse Reorganization

Evaluation points in SAP EWM are used to:

C. Influence the Search Sequence of Storage Types, Storage Sections, and Bin Types:

Evaluation points are part of storage type search logic.

They assign priorities to storage types, sections, or bins to determine where goods are stored or picked from first.

Incorrect Options:

A: Evaluation points do not influence resource assignment for warehouse orders.

B: They do not directly influence picking priority; this is handled by warehouse task rules.

D: Evaluation points are not used for measuring warehouse efficiency.

References:

SAP EWM Documentation: Storage Type Search Sequence

SAP Help Portal: Configuration of Evaluation Points in EWM

Understanding Document Types in SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition and Extended Warehouse Management (EWM):Document types in EWM are used to categorize and define various processes like inbound, outbound, internal, and production activities. These document types also influence the way the system processes the underlying transactions.

System Profiles in EWM:System profiles in Extended Warehouse Management are predefined by SAP. They represent standard configurations essential for core processes and ensure consistency across different implementations. These profiles are associated with document types to define process-specific settings, such as warehouse process types, item category determination, or movement types.

Key Points About System Profiles:

System profiles, such as document category profiles or warehouse order creation rules, are delivered by SAP as part of the standard configuration.

These profiles are not editable or changeable by customers or consultants. This limitation ensures that critical functionalities behave as intended without customizations impacting the integrity of the system.

Customers must align their process design with these predefined profiles or utilize SAP-recommended enhancements for specific needs.

Implications for New Document Types:When creating new document types, you cannot define your own system profiles for them. Instead, you must rely on the system profiles already provided by SAP. This restriction reinforces adherence to best practices and simplifies system maintenance.

Why Option B is Correct:The profiles are predefined and not changeable, which aligns with SAP’s standardized approach to managing EWM configurations. Other options are incorrect because:

Option A: You cannot define your own profiles.

Option C: Business Configuration Sets (BC Sets) are optional templates and do not replace system profiles.

Option D: While profiles are associated with document types, they are not custom-defined; they are predefined.

References:

SAP Help Portal: SAP EWM Configuration Guide

SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Documentation

SAP EWM Solution Architect Handbook