What is Deconsolidation?
Deconsolidation is a feature that allows you to break down large inbound shipments into smaller units or individual items for more efficient storage and processing. It’s a standard process in warehousing and distribution centres, where large shipments are often received and broken down into smaller units. Deconsolidation can be done manually or using automation tools, depending on the shipment size and available resources.
How does Deconsolidation work in SAP EWM?
Deconsolidation in SAP EWM can be done using various methods, depending on the business requirements and the type of shipment being received.
Automatic Deconsolidation:
This method is used when the inbound shipment is divided into smaller units or packages. The system automatically assigns handling units to the respective storage bins based on the pre-defined storage rules
Manual Deconsolidation:
This method is used when the inbound shipment needs to be manually divided into smaller units or packages. The user creates handling units for each individual package and assigns them to the respective storage bins manually.
Mixed Deconsolidation:
This method is used when the inbound shipment contains pre-defined packages and individual items. The system automatically assigns handling units to the pre-defined packages while the user creates handling units for individual items.
In addition to these methods, SAP EWM offers several other features to optimize the deconsolidation process, such as dynamic slotting and cross-docking.
Benefits of Deconsolidation:
This method is used when the inbound shipment contains pre-defined packages and individual items. The system automatically assigns handling units to the pre-defined packages while the user creates handling units for individual items.
In addition to these methods, SAP EWM offers several other features to optimize the deconsolidation process, such as dynamic slotting and cross-docking.
Improved Efficiency: Deconsolidation allows businesses to process and store goods more efficiently, as they can break down larger shipments into smaller units for better organization and space utilization.
Enhanced Accuracy: By using automated deconsolidation methods, businesses can reduce errors and improve the accuracy of their inventory management, as the system automatically assigns handling units to the respective storage bins based on pre-defined rules.
Fast Moving Processing: Deconsolidation can significantly reduce the processing time for inbound shipments, as the system can automatically assign handling units to storage bins without requiring manual intervention.
Space Utilization: By breaking down larger shipments into smaller units, businesses can optimize their warehouse space and utilize it more effectively.
Conclusion:
Deconsolidation is a powerful feature in SAP EWM that can significantly improve the efficiency, accuracy, and speed of inbound shipment processing. By leveraging this feature, businesses can optimize their warehouse space utilization and enhance their overall supply chain management processes.
