What is 'adjustment factor' in SAP PP-DD - Demand-Driven Replenishment?

adjustment factor - Overview

• Component: PP-DD

• Component Name: Demand-Driven Replenishment

• Description: A multiplicative factor that increases or decreases a buffer value.

adjustment factor - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Adjustment factor is a parameter used in the Demand-Driven Replenishment (PP-DD) component of SAP. It is used to adjust the forecasted demand for a particular item in order to better reflect the actual demand. The adjustment factor can be set to a value between 0 and 1, with 0 representing no adjustment and 1 representing full adjustment. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The adjustment factor can be set in the PP-DD configuration settings. It is important to note that the adjustment factor should be set based on the specific item being forecasted, as different items may require different levels of adjustment. Once the adjustment factor has been set, it will be applied to all future forecasts for that item. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to monitor the accuracy of forecasts after adjusting the adjustment factor, as it may take some time for the new setting to take effect. Additionally, it is important to remember that the adjustment factor should be set based on the specific item being forecasted, as different items may require different levels of adjustment. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the adjustment factor in SAP PP-DD, please refer to SAP's official documentation on Demand-Driven Replenishment. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tips and tricks for using this feature in SAP.