What is planning element in SAP IS-A-S2L - Production Supply?

SAP Term: planning element

• Component: IS-A-S2L

• Component Name: Production Supply

• Description: An object, used when calculating the missing quantities in the supply-to-production process. Planning elements include dependent requirements, stocks and replenishment elements.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A planning element is a component of the SAP IS-A-S2L Production Supply Chain Planning system. It is used to define the production plan for a particular product or material. It contains information such as the quantity of the product or material to be produced, the start and end dates of production, and the resources required for production. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The planning element is used to create a production plan for a particular product or material. The user can enter the quantity of the product or material to be produced, the start and end dates of production, and the resources required for production. The system then calculates the cost of production and generates a report that can be used to monitor progress. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that all information entered into the planning element is accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that the production plan is accurate and efficient. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update the planning element as needed in order to keep up with changes in production requirements. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The SAP IS-A-S2L Production Supply Chain Planning system also includes other components such as materials requirements planning (MRP), capacity requirements planning (CRP), and shop floor control (SFC). These components are used in conjunction with the planning element to create an effective and efficient production plan.