Managing Special Stocks (MM-IM) 
Definition
Special stocks are stocks that are managed separately as a result of their not belonging to your company or being stored at a particular location.
Structure
Special stocks and special procurement types are divided into the following areas:
• Consignment
• Subcontracting
• Stock transfer using stock transport order
• Third-party processing
• Returnable transport packaging
• Pipeline handling
• Sales order stock
• Project stock
The following sections outline the special features of each area in the Purchasing, Inventory Management, and Invoice Verification components.