What is 'tracking signal' in SAP PP-MP - Production Planning?

tracking signal - Overview

• Component: PP-MP

• Component Name: Production Planning

• Description: The quotient of the error total and the mean absolute deviation MAD. The tracking signal is calculated during the forecast run and is compared with the tracking limit defined in the material master record. If the tracking signal is less than the tracking limit, the forecast result is accepted. If the tracking signal is greater than the tracking limit, the system creates an exception message that refers to a structural interruption.

tracking signal - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Tracking signals are used in the Production Planning and Manufacturing Execution (PP-MP) component of SAP to monitor the progress of production orders. They are used to track the status of production orders and provide information about the current state of production. Tracking signals can be used to identify problems in production, such as delays or quality issues, and can be used to take corrective action. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Tracking signals are set up in the PP-MP component of SAP. The tracking signal is assigned to a production order and is used to monitor the progress of the order. The tracking signal can be set up to trigger an alert when certain conditions are met, such as when a production order is delayed or when a quality issue is detected. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to set up tracking signals correctly in order for them to be effective. Make sure that the tracking signal is assigned to the correct production order and that it is set up to trigger an alert when necessary. Additionally, make sure that the tracking signal is set up to provide accurate information about the current state of production. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on tracking signals in SAP, please refer to the SAP Help documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on