What is as-built design in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

SAP Term: as-built design

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: A category of compatible unit design that documents how a design is actually realized, based on feedback from the field. You can compare an as-built design with the original compatible unit design document and associated work order to analyze the accuracy of the original costing estimate and, thus, the efficiency of the design process.

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• Key Concepts: 
  As-built design is a term used in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) to refer to the actual design of a plant or system after it has been built. This design includes all the components, connections, and other details that make up the system. It is used to compare the actual design of the system with the original design plans. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The as-built design can be used to identify any discrepancies between the original design plans and the actual system. This can help identify any potential problems or areas of improvement that need to be addressed. Additionally, it can be used to ensure that all components are correctly connected and functioning properly. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an as-built design, it is important to ensure that all components are accurately documented and labeled. This will make it easier to identify any discrepancies between the original design plans and the actual system. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update the as-built design as changes are made to the system. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The as-built design is closely related to other terms such as “as-is” and “as-planned” designs. The “as-is” design refers to the current state of a system, while the “as-planned” design refers to the original plans for a system before it was built. Additionally, there are other terms related to plant maintenance such as preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and predictive maintenance.