What is planning period in SAP PP-FLW - Flow Manufacturing?

SAP Term: planning period

• Component: PP-FLW

• Component Name: Flow Manufacturing

• Description: A period of time in which Sequencing determines the sequence of the planned orders in each case. The planning period thus defines the group of planned orders for which sequence planning is carried out. &EXAMPLE& If the planning period amounts to one day, the sequence of planned orders is determined for each day.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A planning period is a time frame used in the Flow Manufacturing component of SAP to define the length of a production cycle. It is used to determine the start and end dates of a production cycle, and to calculate the amount of material needed for production. The planning period can be set to any length, from one day to one year. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use the planning period in SAP, you must first define the length of the planning period. This can be done in the Customizing settings for the Flow Manufacturing component. Once the length of the planning period has been set, it can be used to determine the start and end dates of a production cycle, as well as the amount of material needed for production. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a planning period in SAP, it is important to consider how long it will take for materials to be delivered and how long it will take for production to be completed. This will help ensure that the planning period is set up correctly and that materials are available when needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up a planning period in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation on Flow Manufacturing. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to set up a planning period in SAP.