What is 'demand program' in SAP PP-MP - Production Planning?

demand program - Overview

• Component: PP-MP

• Component Name: Production Planning

• Description: A container for the requirement quantities and dates for finished products and main assemblies in the form of planned independent requirements.

demand program - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Demand program is a tool in SAP Production Planning (PP) and Master Production Scheduling (MPS) that helps to plan and manage the production of materials. It is used to forecast the demand for materials and to create a production plan that meets the demand. The demand program also helps to identify potential problems in the production process and to adjust the production plan accordingly. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The demand program can be used to create a forecast of the demand for materials, based on historical data, customer orders, and other factors. This forecast can then be used to create a production plan that meets the demand. The demand program also helps to identify potential problems in the production process, such as capacity constraints or material shortages, and can be used to adjust the production plan accordingly. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the demand program, it is important to ensure that the data used for forecasting is accurate and up-to-date. It is also important to regularly review the production plan and adjust it as needed in order to ensure that it meets the demand. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about using the demand program in SAP PP-MPS, please refer to SAP Help documentation or contact your local SAP support team.