What is 'merge operation' in SAP IS-HT-MES - Manufacturing Execution System?

merge operation - Overview

• Component: IS-HT-MES

• Component Name: Manufacturing Execution System

• Description: Point at which the process order merge takes place. Merging order operations after this operation are set to technically complete and the quantities are reduced to zero. Surviving order operations are increased by the quantities from the merging order operations.

merge operation - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A merge operation in SAP IS-HT-MES Manufacturing Execution System is a process that combines two or more production orders into one. This allows for the optimization of production resources and the efficient use of materials. The merge operation can be used to combine orders with similar characteristics, such as the same product, same production line, and same production date. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the merge operation in SAP IS-HT-MES Manufacturing Execution System, first select the orders that you want to merge. Then, select the “Merge” option from the menu. You will then be prompted to enter the details of the merged order, such as the product, production line, and production date. Once you have entered all of the necessary information, click “OK” to complete the merge operation. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When merging orders in SAP IS-HT-MES Manufacturing Execution System, it is important to ensure that all of the orders have similar characteristics. This will help to ensure that the merged order is optimized for production resources and materials. Additionally, it is important to double check all of the details of the merged order before completing the operation. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using merge operations in SAP IS-HT-MES Manufacturing Execution System, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on this topic. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and videos available that