What is unshifted safety stock in periods in SAP MA-SMOPS - SmartOps?

SAP Term: unshifted safety stock in periods

• Component: MA-SMOPS

• Component Name: SmartOps

• Description: The number of periods covered by the current unshifted safety stock value.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Unshifted safety stock in periods is a feature of SAP's SmartOps component of the Materials and Supply Chain Management (MA-SMOPS) module. It allows users to set a safety stock level for each period in the planning horizon, which is not shifted by the system when calculating the optimal inventory levels. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use unshifted safety stock in periods, users must first define the safety stock level for each period in the planning horizon. This can be done by entering the desired safety stock level into the relevant field in the SmartOps configuration. Once this is done, the system will not shift the safety stock level when calculating the optimal inventory levels. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up unshifted safety stock in periods, it is important to consider the lead time of each item and adjust the safety stock levels accordingly. This will ensure that there is enough inventory available to meet customer demand without overstocking. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on unshifted safety stock in periods, please refer to SAP's official documentation on SmartOps configuration. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tips and tricks for setting up and using this feature.