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      QuoteCQ | How to Handle Alternate MPN on BOM Tab

      How to send alternate parts added from the BOM tab for approval

      What is this? 

      The Alternate Status column has been added to the BOM tab to help with Alternates added via the Smart Import or from the BOM tab, enabling users to submit alternate parts for customer approval.

      How can I use this? 

      1. After adding an alternate MPN, change the status to Pending from the Alternate Status column.After submitting the BOM tab, the system will list these pending alternate MPNs for approval and you can send the link via email or via direct link to your customer.

       

       

      Under the Hood:

       

      Pending alternate parts are accessible through the Pending Alternate Portal, where your customer can review and either approve or reject these components.

       

      Note:

      • Alternate MPNs added via the BOM tab are considered as Original.

      • There should be at least one original MPN.

      • Alternate MPNs added via using Smart import (Find alternate feature), using Suggest Alternate, using MPN History, using BOM Insight, and using suggestion by description all are considered as pending. You can still change the status of such MPN to Original, Approved or rejected.