What is buffered product in SAP PP-DD - Demand-Driven Replenishment?

SAP Term: buffered product

• Component: PP-DD

• Component Name: Demand-Driven Replenishment

• Description: A product or component for which the stock is dynamically managed using buffer levels based on green, yellow, and red buffer zones.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A buffered product is a type of product that is managed using the Demand-Driven Replenishment (PP-DD) component of SAP. It is a product that has a buffer stock level associated with it, which is used to ensure that the product is always available when needed. The buffer stock level is determined by the system based on the demand for the product and the lead time for replenishment. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use buffered products in SAP, you must first set up the PP-DD component. This includes setting up the buffer stock levels for each product, as well as any other parameters that are necessary for the system to accurately calculate the buffer stock levels. Once this is done, you can then use the PP-DD component to manage your buffered products. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up your buffered products in SAP, it is important to ensure that you have accurate data about the demand for each product and the lead time for replenishment. This will help ensure that your buffer stock levels are set correctly and that your products are always available when needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about using buffered products in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation on PP-DD Demand-Driven Replenishment.