What is basic load in SAP PP-CRP - Capacity Requirements Planning?

SAP Term: basic load

• Component: PP-CRP

• Component Name: Capacity Requirements Planning

• Description: The sum of the capacity requirements of operations in orders which have been confirmed in the capacity availability check. The check takes place for work centers where the operations are processed within the planning period. When production orders or operations not yet checked are confirmed for their capacity, their capacity requirements are added to the basic load.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Basic load is a term used in the Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP) component of SAP. It is a planning method used to determine the capacity requirements of a production system. The basic load is calculated by taking into account the planned orders, production orders, and other factors such as lead times and safety stocks. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The basic load can be used to determine the capacity requirements of a production system. It is calculated by taking into account the planned orders, production orders, and other factors such as lead times and safety stocks. The basic load can then be compared to the available capacity in order to determine if additional capacity is needed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating the basic load, it is important to take into account all relevant factors such as lead times and safety stocks. This will ensure that the capacity requirements are accurately determined. Additionally, it is important to regularly review the basic load in order to ensure that it remains up-to-date with any changes in the production system. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP) in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_ERP/6.0/en-US/f9f3d7a8b2e14c8a9f3d7a8b2e14c8a9.html