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

SAP Term: capacity load

• Component: PP-CRP

• Component Name: Capacity Requirements Planning

• Description: A value that is determined from a comparison of capacity requirements for a specific capacity category and the capacity available. This value is specified as a percentage of available capacity.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Capacity Load is a term used in the Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP) component of SAP. It is a measure of the amount of capacity that is required to produce a certain quantity of goods or services. It is calculated by taking into account the number of resources needed to produce the goods or services, as well as the time it takes to produce them. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The Capacity Load can be used to determine how much capacity is needed for a given production process. This can be done by calculating the total capacity required for each resource, and then adding up all of the individual capacities to get the total capacity load. This can then be compared to the actual capacity available in order to determine if additional resources are needed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating the Capacity Load, it is important to take into account any potential bottlenecks that may occur during production. This can help ensure that there is enough capacity available to meet production demands. Additionally, it is important to consider any seasonal fluctuations in demand when calculating the Capacity Load. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP) component of SAP also includes other features such as resource planning, scheduling, and cost analysis. These features can be used in conjunction with Capacity Load calculations in order to optimize production processes and ensure that resources are being used efficiently.