What is kanban control cycle in SAP PP-KAB - Kanban?

SAP Term: kanban control cycle

• Component: PP-KAB

• Component Name: Kanban

• Description: KANBAN The master data used to control replenishment via kanban for a certain material. The control cycle determines the methods and quantities required for replenishment from the supply source supplier to the demand source consumer. The following data is specified in the control cycle: The number of kanbans and the quantity of each kanban The replenishment strategy with which the material is to be procured The supply source from which the material is to be delivered The production supply area, i.e. the demand source to which the material is taken for use

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• Key Concepts: 
  Kanban control cycle is a component of the Production Planning (PP) module in SAP. It is used to manage the production process by controlling the flow of materials and components. The kanban control cycle is based on the kanban system, which is a pull-based inventory control system. The kanban system uses cards or containers to signal when materials or components need to be replenished. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The kanban control cycle in SAP PP-KAB is used to manage the production process by controlling the flow of materials and components. It allows users to define the number of kanbans needed for each material or component, as well as the replenishment rules for each kanban. The system also allows users to monitor and track the status of each kanban, and to generate reports on the performance of the production process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up the kanban control cycle in SAP PP-KAB, it is important to ensure that the number of kanbans defined for each material or component is sufficient to meet production needs. It is also important to ensure that the replenishment rules are set up correctly, so that materials and components are replenished in a timely manner. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The kanban control cycle in SAP PP-KAB is closely related to other components of the Production Planning module, such as material requirements planning (MRP) and capacity requirements planning (CRP). It is also related to other inventory management systems, such as just-in-time (JIT) and lean manufacturing.