What is follow-up buffer in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

SAP Term: follow-up buffer

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: The number of days, specifying how long after the due date the execution of a maintenance package can be completed. The subsequent due dates are not moved for maintenance packages that are performed within the follow-up buffer.

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• Key Concepts: 
  The follow-up buffer is a feature in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) that allows users to store and manage follow-up activities related to maintenance orders. It stores information about the order, such as the order number, description, and status, as well as any follow-up activities that need to be completed. This allows users to easily track and manage their maintenance orders.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the follow-up buffer, users must first create a maintenance order in SAP PM. Once the order is created, users can add any follow-up activities that need to be completed. These activities can include tasks such as ordering parts or scheduling inspections. The follow-up buffer will then store this information and allow users to easily track and manage their maintenance orders.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a maintenance order in SAP PM, it is important to include all relevant information in the follow-up buffer. This will ensure that all necessary tasks are tracked and completed in a timely manner. Additionally, it is important to regularly review the follow-up buffer to ensure that all tasks are being completed as expected.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the follow-up buffer in SAP PM, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_PLANT_MAINTENANCE/7.5/en-US