C_S4EWM Extended Warehouse Management Practice Question
A company wants to optimize its warehouse operations by automatically creating replenishment tasks when the stock in a pick bin falls below a defined minimum. Which EWM functionality should be configured to achieve this?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many exam-takers confuse replenishment with putaway or picking control, assuming that any of these processes automatically monitor and refill pick bins based on minimum stock levels.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Replenishment Control
The correct functionality is Replenishment Control. It allows the configuration of minimum and maximum quantities for storage bins. When the stock level falls below the minimum, the system automatically generates a replenishment task to move stock from a source storage type to the pick bin. This ensures continuous availability of materials for picking and prevents stockouts at the pick face.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Putaway Control
Why it's wrong here
Putaway Control is used to determine where incoming goods are stored. It does not handle replenishment of pick bins. While putaway strategies can optimize storage, they do not trigger automatic replenishment based on stock levels. The scenario requires monitoring of stock levels and automatic task creation, which is outside the scope of putaway control.
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Inventory Control
Why it's wrong here
Inventory Control encompasses physical inventory and cycle counting processes. It does not include automatic replenishment of pick bins. While inventory control ensures accurate stock records, it does not trigger replenishment tasks based on minimum stock levels. The scenario requires a proactive mechanism to maintain pick bin stock, which is handled by replenishment control.
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Picking Control
Why it's wrong here
Picking Control manages the picking process, including strategies and task creation for outbound deliveries. It does not automatically replenish pick bins when stock is low. Picking control focuses on efficient retrieval of goods, but replenishment is a separate function that ensures pick bins are stocked for picking activities.
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Replenishment Control
Why this is correct
Replenishment Control in SAP EWM allows you to define minimum and maximum stock levels for storage bins. When the stock drops below the minimum, the system automatically creates a replenishment task to move stock from a source bin to the pick bin. This ensures that picking operations are not interrupted due to lack of stock.
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