The pipeline process begins with the creation of a pipeline info record and is followed by the posting goods issue from the pipeline. The process is closed with the settling of pipeline liabilities.
A pipeline material is a material that flows directly into the production process from a pipeline (for example, oil), from a pipe (for example, tap water), or from another similar source (for example, electricity).
A material from the pipeline is always available; that is, it can be withdrawn from the pipeline at any time and in any quantity.