What is time-phased demand in SAP CA-RT-AP - SAP Assortment Planning?

SAP Term: time-phased demand

• Component: CA-RT-AP

• Component Name: SAP Assortment Planning

• Description: The forecasted units over the selected planning period based on historical, forecasted, or planned sales values.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Time-phased demand is a feature of SAP Assortment Planning (CA-RT-AP) that allows users to plan and manage their demand over a period of time. It enables users to forecast and plan for future demand, as well as to adjust their plans based on current market conditions. The time-phased demand feature also allows users to analyze the impact of changes in demand on their supply chain. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the time-phased demand feature, users must first define the time periods they wish to plan for. This can be done by setting up a time-phased planning horizon, which is a set of time periods that are used for planning purposes. Once the planning horizon is set up, users can then enter their demand data into the system. This data can be used to create forecasts and plans for future demand. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the time-phased demand feature, it is important to keep in mind that the data entered into the system should be as accurate as possible. This will ensure that the forecasts and plans created are based on accurate information. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update the data in order to ensure that it remains up-to-date and accurate. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about SAP Assortment Planning (CA-RT-AP) and its features, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on how to use this software effectively.