C_ARSCC_2404 SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP Business Network Supply Chain Collaboration Questions and Answers

For a return purchase order, the supplier can create aCredit Memo (C). This document is essential for adjusting the buyer’s account for the value of returned goods.

Other Documents:

A. ASN: Not applicable for returns.

B. Return Delivery: Created by the buyer.

D. Order Confirmation: Relates to purchase orders, not returns.

Refer to SAP documentation:Credit Memo in Returns Process

Valid values for a Usage Decision in Quality Inspection include:

B. Rejected: Indicates the inspected item does not meet quality standards.

C. Accepted: Confirms the item meets the required quality parameters.

D. Submitted: Reflects that the quality decision has been finalized and communicated.

Incorrect Options:

A. Not valuated: This is not a standard usage decision value.

E. Pending: Not a valid status for a usage decision.

For further reference, see SAP's Quality Inspection usage decision details:Usage Decision Documentation

Quality Notification items contain:

Defects: Identifies quality issues detected during inspection.

Tasks: Lists actions required to address defects.

Activities: Describes steps taken to resolve issues.

Causes: Documents reasons for the quality deviations.

Incorrect Options:

Notification detailsandQualitative and quantitative characteristicsare more relevant at the notification header or inspection level rather than specific items.

For details, visit SAP documentation on Quality Notification Items:Quality Notification Features

The correct order of commitment zones in a Scheduling Agreement is:

Firm Zone: Represents finalized commitments; changes are not allowed.

Trade-Off Zone: Allows negotiated adjustments with defined penalties.

Forecast/Planning Zone: Contains tentative schedules subject to changes.

This sequence ensures clear delineation of commitment levels as the planning horizon progresses.

For more details, refer to:Scheduling Agreement Zones

Inspection characteristics are categorized as follows:

C. Qualitative: Focus on non-numerical attributes, such as appearance or texture.

D. Quantitative: Involve numerical measurements like dimensions or weight.

Incorrect Options:

A. Engineering: Not a type of inspection characteristic.

B. Physical: Considered part of qualitative or quantitative characteristics.

For detailed insights, refer to SAP’s Inspection Characteristics guide:Inspection Characteristics Overview

In the Subcontracting and Multi-Tier scenario, thesupplieris responsible for creating the component receipt. This document acknowledges the receipt of components provided by the buyer or logistics provider for use in the production of subcontracted goods.

Key Responsibilities:

Track receipt of components for accurate inventory management.

Initiate production based on received components.

Refer to SAP documentation for subcontracting component receipt details:Component Receipt in Subcontracting

The Individual Data Planning screen in the Supplier Managed Inventory (SMI) module of SAP Business Network allows sellers to enter the following quantities:

Net requirements quantity- Reflecting the quantity required by the buyer after considering available inventory.

Planned shipment quantity- Detailing quantities the seller plans to ship to meet the buyer’s requirements.

These inputs enable streamlined collaboration and efficient inventory management.

References: SAP Business Network -> SMI Individual Data Planning User Guide.

The default review types supported by Quality Review in SAP Business Network are:

Batch Record: Involves reviewing production and quality details of specific batches.

Customer Complaint: Captures and manages feedback from customers regarding quality issues.

Change Request: Reviews modifications in the quality or process standards.

General: Broad category for other quality-related reviews.

Incorrect Options:

Options including "Inspection Lot" or "User Defined" are not part of the default configurations.

For a detailed list of review types, visit:Quality Review Types

A valid use case for SAP Business Network Supply Chain Collaboration is:Collaborating with logistics providers (3PL)for efficient shipping processes. This includes managing shipment schedules, tracking, and ensuring timely deliveries, enhancing overall supply chain operations.

References: SAP Business Network -> Collaboration Use Cases Documentation.

Processes for component consumption in subcontracting include:

A. In real-time, the supplier needs to send a consumption report after the components have been used: Ensures visibility of consumed components in real-time.

D. In backflush, the contract manufacturer does NOT need to report on the consumption of the components: Backflush automation eliminates the need for manual reporting.

Incorrect Options:

B, C: Contradict SAP’s subcontracting consumption process guidelines.

Refer to:Component Consumption in Subcontracting

TheProjected Stockfor the current time bucket is calculated as:Stock on Hand - Gross Demand + Planned Shipment.This formula ensures an accurate projection of available inventory by considering current stock levels, incoming shipments, and immediate demand.

References: SAP Business Network -> Projected Stock Calculation Logic Documentation.

Certain Supply Chain Collaboration modules in SAP Business Network are considered Add-Ons, requiring separate implementation or subscription:

Quality Collaboration- Facilitates communication between buyers and suppliers regarding quality inspections and issue resolutions.

Supplier Managed Inventory- Allows suppliers to monitor and manage inventory levels at buyer locations.

These modules extend the functionality of the core platform.

References: SAP Business Network -> Add-On Modules Documentation.

The correct transaction sequence for forecasting is:

Buyer Forecast Data Extraction & Transmission: The buyer extracts forecast data from their ERP system and sends it to the SAP Business Network.

Buyer Review Commitments: The buyer reviews supplier commitments against the forecasted data.

Supplier Review, Commit, and Submit: The supplier reviews the forecasted data, makes necessary adjustments, and submits their commitments.

This sequence ensures a structured flow of information and collaboration between buyers and suppliers.

Refer to SAP’s Forecasting and Planning Collaboration process flow for further details:Forecasting Process in SAP Business Network

In SAP Business Network Supply Chain Collaboration, forecast data from the ERP system can originate from various sources. Among the options provided, the correct sources are:

A. Planned order: Planned orders represent anticipated production or procurement activities and serve as a basis for forecasting demand.

D. Planned independent requirement: These are forecasts of demand for finished products or components, independent of actual sales orders, and are crucial for planning purposes.

The other options are not considered sources of forecast data:

B. Production Order: This is an actual order to produce a specific quantity of a product and reflects confirmed production activities rather than forecasted data.

C. Purchase requisition: This is a request for the procurement of materials or services and indicates immediate procurement needs, not forecasted demand.

Therefore, the correct answers areA. Planned orderandD. Planned independent requirement.

For more information, refer to SAP's documentation on differentiating between planning sources in ERP systems:

The statuses of Quality Inspection in SAP Business Network include:

B. Pending: Indicates the inspection is awaiting completion.

C. Submitted: Signifies that inspection results have been sent for review.

D. Reviewed: Shows that inspection results have been evaluated and finalized.

Incorrect Options:

A. Assigned: Not a recognized status for Quality Inspection.

E. Aligned: Not applicable to Quality Inspection status.

For more information, see:Quality Inspection Statuses

Documents specific to the subcontracting process include:

B. Subcontracting purchase order: Facilitates the procurement of subcontracted services or goods.

C. Component receipt: Captures the receipt of components sent to the subcontractor.

Incorrect Options:

A. ERS Invoice: Relevant to invoice processing but not specific to subcontracting.

D. Goods receipt: Used more broadly for general procurement processes.

Refer to SAP documentation:Subcontracting Process Documentation

SAP Business Network Business Transaction Rules can be maintained at the following levels:

Default level (B): Applies rules that are universally applicable across all transactions unless overridden by more specific settings.

Supplier level (C): Allows configuration of rules specific to individual suppliers, catering to unique requirements or contractual agreements.

Supplier group level (E): Enables the grouping of suppliers and the application of common transaction rules to all members of the group.

The optionsCountry-based invoicing level (A)andBuyer group level (D)are not recognized levels for maintaining business transaction rules in SAP Business Network.

Scheduling Agreement Releases are created in theSAP ERP system. This process involves defining and transmitting releases to suppliers for execution based on the schedule.

Key Steps:

Release creation in ERP.

Communication with the supplier through SAP Business Network.

For additional reference, consult:Scheduling Agreement Release Creation

After the schedule line is released and communicated to the supplier in the Supplier Managed Inventory (SMI) process, theFirmed Order (C)key figure is updated on the SMI detail screen. This key figure represents the confirmed quantity that the supplier is committed to delivering, reflecting the firmed demand in the supply chain planning process.

The other key figures—In-transit (A),ASN Received (B), andGoods Received (D)—are updated at different stages of the procurement and fulfillment process:

In-transit (A): Updated when goods are en route to the buyer.

ASN Received (B): Updated upon receipt of the Advance Ship Notice from the supplier.

Goods Received (D): Updated when the goods are physically received and recorded in the system.

SAP integrates with SAP Business Network using theSAP Cloud Integration Gateway/SAP Integration Suite Managed Gateway (B). This platform provides seamless connectivity between SAP systems and the network, supporting various integration scenarios, including supplier collaboration and order-to-cash processes.

Other options, such asEDI (A)andcXML (D), are communication protocols that may be used within specific integrations but are not the primary platforms for integration.POS (C)is unrelated to SAP Business Network integration.

Suppliers are allowed to create a Ship Notice in theFirm Zoneof the planning horizon in Scheduling Agreement Collaboration. The Firm Zone represents the committed portion of the schedule, where changes are not expected and orders are considered confirmed.

Other Zones:

Committed Zone: Specific to supplier commitments.

Trade-off Zone: Allows adjustments with negotiated penalties.

Planning Zone: Involves forecasts and tentative plans.

Further details are outlined in SAP documentation:Planning Horizon Zones