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

Alerts provided within the Supply Chain Monitor include:

B. Planned shipment alerts: Notifications related to planned shipments.

D. Order confirmation alerts: Highlights issues or confirmations with purchase orders.

E. Forecast alerts: Relays updates about forecasted requirements.

Incorrect Options:

A. Advance ship notice alerts: Not provided as a standard alert.

C. Inventory alerts: Managed in inventory-specific dashboards, not Supply Chain Monitor.

Refer to:Supply Chain Monitor Alerts

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

The subcontracting process enables the activity of informing the subcontractor about the product ordered and the components to be used (B). This ensures alignment between the buyer's requirements and the subcontractor's production.

Incorrect Options:

A: While subcontracting involves coordination, it does not provide direct control over manufacturing.

C: Improving buyer cash flow is not a core activity of subcontracting.

D: Production status visibility is a benefit but not a defined activity.

Refer to SAP’s subcontracting process overview:Subcontracting Activities

Documents available to be sent to copy Suppliers include:

A. A Ship Notice created by the Component Supplier: Enables visibility of component shipments.

D. A Purchase Order sent to the Component Supplier: Ensures that the supplier is informed about required components.

Incorrect Options:

B. Component Consumption document: Managed internally by the subcontractor.

C. Invoice: Typically sent to the buyer, not shared with copy suppliers.

Refer to:Copy Supplier Document Exchange

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.

Key aspects of the Consignment Collaboration Process include:

Consignment stock remains unpaid until used by the buyer (A)- Payment is only required upon consumption, ensuring cash flow efficiency.

Transfer of ownership and location (C)- Ownership changes when goods are consumed, defining a consignment movement.

References: SAP Business Network -> Consignment Process Overview.

SAP recommends the following API types to achieve clean core integrations:

SOAP (A): A widely used protocol for exchanging structured information in web services, particularly for scenarios requiring high security and reliability.

OData (D): A RESTful API protocol designed for seamless data integration with SAP systems, providing an efficient way to access and manipulate data.

The other options—IDoc (B)andRFC (C)—are traditional integration methods but are not preferred for clean core approaches in modern SAP S/4HANA systems. IDoc and RFC are often associated with legacy systems and may introduce unnecessary complexity in clean core environments.

In SAP Business Network Supply Chain Collaboration, the Supply Chain Monitor provides various forecast alerts to assist buyers in managing supply chain activities effectively. The relevant forecast alerts among the provided options are:

A. Commit Shortages: This alert notifies the buyer when a supplier's committed quantities fall short of the forecasted demand, indicating potential supply issues.

C. Commit Overages: This alert informs the buyer when a supplier's committed quantities exceed the forecasted demand, which could lead to excess inventory.

E. Missing Commits: This alert indicates that a supplier has not provided a commitment against the forecasted demand, highlighting a lack of confirmation.

The other options are not standard forecast alerts in the Supply Chain Monitor:

B. Decommits: While decommits refer to the reduction or cancellation of previously committed quantities, they are not listed as a specific alert type in the standard Supply Chain Monitor features.

D. Approved Commits: This term refers to commitments that have been accepted, but it is not an alert category within the Supply Chain Monitor.

Therefore, the correct answers areA. Commit Shortages,C. Commit Overages, andE. Missing Commits.

For more information, refer to SAP's documentation on setting up and managing forecast alerts in the Supply Chain Monitor:

Setting Up Supply Chain Monitor

Supplier Managed Inventory (SMI) business transaction rules in SAP Business Network can be configured at:

Supplier level- Specific rules for individual suppliers.

Supplier group level- Rules applicable to a group of suppliers that share common characteristics or business requirements.

This granularity allows buyers to effectively manage collaboration and inventory policies depending on the supplier's role in the supply chain.

References: SAP Business Network -> SMI Configuration and Rule Management Documentation.

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.

The benefits of SAP Business Network Supply Chain Collaboration include:

Reduce cost- Streamlining operations and automating manual processes help lower transaction and inventory costs.

Enhance end-to-end visibility- Providing real-time visibility across the supply chain to improve decision-making and responsiveness.

Increase control- Offering tools for tighter management of inventory, orders, and shipments, ensuring better supply chain governance.

References: SAP Business Network -> Benefits Overview.

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.

The following PO tolerances can trigger an order confirmation approval:

B. Quantity: Differences in ordered vs. confirmed quantities.

C. Price: Variations in pricing between the PO and confirmation.

D. Date: Mismatches in delivery dates.

Incorrect Options:

A. Supplier part ID: Not typically associated with approval triggers.

E. Batch: Not relevant for standard PO tolerance checks.

Refer to:PO Tolerance Triggers

TheProductActivityMessageis the designated cXML message used for transmitting forecast data from the buyer's SAP ERP system to SAP Business Network. This message conveys forecast details, including demand, supply, and inventory levels, ensuring that suppliers have the necessary data for planning.

Key Points:

Used to communicate planning data and forecasted requirements.

Allows suppliers to align their production and supply plans with the buyer’s forecast.

For additional details, refer to SAP's documentation on cXML messages and forecast collaboration:

The Quality Inspection header displays key information to provide an overview of the quality inspection process. The relevant data displayed are:

A. Invoice: Includes details linking the inspection to the associated invoice for traceability.

B. Purchase order number: Reflects the purchase order tied to the inspected material, ensuring alignment with procurement documentation.

C. Quantity: Shows the quantity of items under inspection, crucial for validating the scope of the inspection.

Incorrect Options:

D. Batch: This data is typically part of item-level information rather than the header.

E. Sales order number: Sales order details are not standard in the Quality Inspection header.

For more details, refer to SAP’s documentation on Quality Inspection fields:Quality Inspection Header Information

During purchase order collaboration setup, users maintain cross-reference configuration parameters inDefault Transaction Rules on SAP Business Network (AN). These settings help map buyer and supplier data fields for seamless integration.

Incorrect Options:

A, B, C: These tools are not used for cross-reference configuration in the context of purchase order collaboration.

Refer to SAP documentation:Default Transaction Rules Configuration

In a brownfield SAP S/4HANA Cloud project,SAP Signavio Process Manageris ideal for remodeling business processes. This tool provides process modeling, analysis, and optimization capabilities aligned with clean core principles.

References: SAP Signavio Suite Documentation -> Process Manager Overview.

The following items are recorded on an Inspection Lot in SAP Business Network:

C. Usage Decision: This captures the final decision made regarding the inspected goods, such as acceptance or rejection.

D. Inspection Results: Detailed results of the inspection process, including recorded measurements or qualitative evaluations.

Incorrect Options:

A. Customer Complaint: This is managed through Quality Notifications, not Inspection Lots.

B. Quality Task: Tasks are associated with quality notifications and corrective actions.

For further details, refer to SAP's documentation:Inspection Lot Overview

In the Supplier Managed Inventory (SMI) process, suppliers can:

Replenishment Order- Create orders based on inventory levels and predefined thresholds.

Planned Shipment- Notify buyers about planned shipments, ensuring alignment and visibility in the supply chain.

These options enable proactive inventory management and ensure timely replenishments.

References: SAP Business Network Supply Chain Collaboration -> SMI Process Flows.