What is AFS planned independent requirement in SAP IS-AFS - SAP Apparel and Footwear?

SAP Term: AFS planned independent requirement

• Component: IS-AFS

• Component Name: SAP Apparel and Footwear

• Description: Industry-Specific Component Apparel and Footwear A planned requirement quantity for a finished product in a period of time. It is possible to maintain AFS PIRs at material level and SKU level. In AFS, it is also possible to maintain PIRs for different segments like make-to-order or third-party order with specific PIR versions.

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• Key Concepts: 
  AFS Planned Independent Requirement is a feature of the IS-AFS SAP Apparel and Footwear Solution. It is used to create a planned independent requirement for a specific material, which is then used to plan the production of that material. The planned independent requirement is based on the forecasted demand for the material, and it can be adjusted to account for any changes in demand. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use AFS Planned Independent Requirement, first you need to create a forecasted demand for the material. This can be done by using the forecasting tools available in IS-AFS. Once the forecasted demand is created, you can then create a planned independent requirement for the material. This will allow you to plan the production of the material based on the forecasted demand. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a planned independent requirement, it is important to keep in mind that it should be adjusted to account for any changes in demand. This will ensure that the production of the material is planned accurately and efficiently. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update the planned independent requirement to ensure that it remains accurate and up-to-date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about AFS Planned Independent Requirement, please refer to the IS-AFS SAP Apparel and Footwear Solution documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information about how to use this feature of IS-AFS.