What is refill time in SAP PP-KAB - Kanban?

SAP Term: refill time

• Component: PP-KAB

• Component Name: Kanban

• Description: KANBAN Time period during which a kanban container is refilled at the supply source. This is the total time taken for the status of a kanban container to change from "Empty" to "In Transit". The refill time also includes the time during which the kanban container has the status "In Process".

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• Key Concepts: 
  Refill time is a term used in the SAP PP-KAB Kanban component. It is the time it takes for a Kanban card to be replenished with materials after it has been emptied. This time is determined by the Kanban system and is based on the amount of materials needed to fill the card. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The refill time for a Kanban card can be set in the SAP system. This can be done by going to the PP-KAB Kanban component and selecting the “Refill Time” option. From there, you can enter the desired refill time for each card. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to set an appropriate refill time for each card in order to ensure that materials are replenished in a timely manner. If the refill time is too short, materials may not be available when needed, and if it is too long, materials may be wasted due to overstocking. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The SAP PP-KAB Kanban component also includes other features such as order quantity, order cycle, and replenishment rules. These features can be used in conjunction with the refill time setting to ensure that materials are replenished in an efficient and cost-effective manner.