What logic does the system use to determine a price from the info record when creating a purchase order?

The system uses the valid plant-specific price from the info record when creating a purchase order because this approach ensures that the pricing is relevant to the specific plant and the context in which the procurement is taking place. Each plant may have different agreements or pricing negotiations in place with suppliers, making it essential for the system to prioritize the plant-specific price to ensure accuracy and compliance with these agreements.

Using the plant-specific price also enables better cost management and allows procurement teams to leverage any advantageous terms they have negotiated with the supplier, tailored to that particular location. This operational efficiency leads to more strategic decision-making and contributes to effective budgeting and cost analysis within an organization.

Choosing last purchase order prices, supplier website prices, or average market prices may not reflect the most current or relevant pricing agreed upon with the supplier for that specific plant, thus reducing the effectiveness of the procurement process.