What is 'sales projection' in SAP CA-RT-AP - SAP Assortment Planning?

sales projection - Overview

• Component: CA-RT-AP

• Component Name: SAP Assortment Planning

• Description: The calculated distribution of the future daily sales of a product over the planned period. Sales projections for a product are generated based on the historical unit sales of the assigned reference product in the reference location over the reference period.

sales projection - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Sales projection is a feature of SAP Assortment Planning (CA-RT-AP) that allows users to forecast future sales of products and services. It uses historical data to create a projection of future sales, which can be used to plan inventory and other resources. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the sales projection feature, users must first enter historical sales data into the system. This data can be used to create a baseline for the projection. The system then uses this data to generate a forecast of future sales. The user can then adjust the forecast based on their own assumptions and expectations. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the sales projection feature, it is important to keep in mind that the accuracy of the forecast depends on the quality of the historical data entered into the system. It is also important to regularly review and update the forecast as new information becomes available. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The sales projection feature is part of SAP Assortment Planning (CA-RT-AP). Other features include product assortment planning, inventory optimization, and demand forecasting.