What is 'ATP quantity' in SAP LO - Logistics - General?

ATP quantity - Overview

• Component: LO

• Component Name: Logistics - General

• Description: The quantity available to MRP for new sales orders. The ATP Available-to-promise quantity is calculated according to the following formula: ATP quantity = warehouse stock + planned receipts - planned issues.

ATP quantity - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  ATP quantity (Available to Promise) is a term used in SAP Logistics to refer to the amount of a material that is available for delivery to a customer. It is calculated based on the current stock levels, open orders, and planned receipts. The ATP quantity is used to determine the amount of material that can be promised to a customer for delivery. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP Logistics, the ATP quantity can be used to determine the amount of material that can be promised to a customer for delivery. This information can be found in the Material Master record, under the Availability tab. The ATP quantity is updated in real-time as stock levels, open orders, and planned receipts change. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating the ATP quantity, it is important to consider any safety stock that may be required for the material. This will ensure that there is enough material available for delivery even if there are unexpected changes in demand or supply. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The ATP quantity is closely related to the concept of safety stock. Safety stock is an additional amount of material that is kept in reserve in case of unexpected changes in demand or supply. It helps ensure that there is enough material available for delivery even if there are unexpected changes in demand or supply.