What type of document can be used to create an automatic purchase order in SAP MM?

In SAP Materials Management, a purchase requisition is a document that can indeed be used to create an automatic purchase order. When an organization identifies a need for goods or services, a purchase requisition is generated to signal procurement. This document provides details about what is needed, including quantities and specifications.

Once a purchase requisition is created and approved, it can be processed to generate a purchase order automatically. This automation streamlines the procurement process, ensuring timely purchasing and enhancing operational efficiency. The integration between the purchase requisition and purchase order makes it a fundamental component of supply chain management and procurement strategies.

While other documents such as scheduling agreements, contracts, and info records play significant roles in the procurement process, they are not typically the documents that directly trigger the creation of automatic purchase orders in the same way that purchase requisitions do. Each serves its own purpose, but the purchase requisition is specifically designed for initiating purchase orders, making it the most appropriate choice in this context.