You use backorder processing to track customer sales orders received for which the stock has not yet been shipped. Normally, this occurs when the available quantity of the item is insufficient to fill the order. The backorder process enables you to check the item quantities that are missing.

How long do things stay on backorder?

Though it depends on the company and product, backordered items generally take about 14 days. The customer pays for the item, and then the company or supplier is responsible for keeping them updated on the delivery timeline.

What is back order processing SAP?

Use. Backorder processing can be used to check material availability when the demand or supply situation in your sales order fulfillment process has changed and you want to check if previously calculated confirmations for sales orders are still realistic. ... A sales order is canceled, thereby freeing up stock quantities.