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

SAP Term: wait time

• Component: PP-KAB

• Component Name: Kanban

• Description: KANBAN Time period required by a kanban container to change the status from WAIT 1 to EMPTY 2.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Wait time is a concept used in the PP-KAB Kanban component of SAP. It is the amount of time that a Kanban card must wait before it can be processed. This wait time is determined by the Kanban system and is based on the current demand for the product and the availability of resources. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Wait time is used to ensure that the Kanban system is able to meet customer demand in a timely manner. The wait time for each Kanban card is calculated based on the current demand for the product and the availability of resources. The wait time can be adjusted by changing the parameters of the Kanban system, such as the number of cards that can be processed at one time or the number of resources available. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to monitor the wait times for each Kanban card to ensure that customer demand is being met in a timely manner. If wait times are too long, it may indicate that there are not enough resources available or that demand for the product is too high. In this case, it may be necessary to adjust the parameters of the Kanban system or add additional resources. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The PP-KAB Kanban component of SAP also includes other concepts such as replenishment rules, lead times, and safety stock levels. These concepts are all related to ensuring that customer demand is met in a timely manner and that resources are used efficiently. Understanding how these concepts work together can help you optimize your Kanban system and ensure that customer demand is met in a timely manner.