What is 'missing quantity' in SAP IS-A-S2L - Production Supply?

missing quantity - Overview

• Component: IS-A-S2L

• Component Name: Production Supply

• Description: Quantity in supply-to-production planning that is calculated using the following formula: Missing quantity = requirements quantity + minimum stock level - quantity received If replenishment elements have been scheduled but arrive too late and cause temporary shortage, the missing quantity can be larger.

missing quantity - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Missing quantity is a term used in the IS-A-S2L Production Supply Chain component of SAP. It is used to describe the difference between the amount of material that was planned to be used in a production process and the actual amount of material that was used. This difference can be caused by a variety of factors, such as incorrect planning, unexpected delays, or incorrect data entry. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use the missing quantity feature in SAP, you must first enter the planned quantity of material into the system. Once this is done, you can then enter the actual quantity of material that was used in the production process. The system will then calculate the difference between these two values and display it as the missing quantity. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering data into SAP for missing quantity calculations, it is important to ensure that all data is accurate and up-to-date. This will help to ensure that the calculations are accurate and that any discrepancies are quickly identified and addressed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The missing quantity feature in SAP can be used in conjunction with other features such as inventory management and production scheduling. This can help to ensure that production processes are running smoothly and efficiently, and that any discrepancies are quickly identified and addressed.