About consumption

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Applies To: Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R2, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Feature Pack, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012

Select whether consumption has a variable or a constant volume or quantity.

• Variable - This means that the number of units that are in the finished item is proportional to the number of items that are produced. Variable consumption is calculated as follows:
   
  Production Quantity × Quantity (in the BOM) = Consumption (variable)

  The unit consumption is equal to the quantity in the BOM.

• Constant - This means that a fixed volume or quantity is required for the production, regardless of the quantity that is produced. Constant consumption is calculated as follows:
   
  Quantity = Consumption (constant)