What is maximum lot size in SAP PP-MRP - Material Requirements Planning?

SAP Term: maximum lot size

• Component: PP-MRP

• Component Name: Material Requirements Planning

• Description: A quantity that must not be exceeded during procurement.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Maximum lot size is a term used in SAP's Material Requirements Planning (MRP) component. It is the maximum quantity of a material that can be produced or procured in a single lot or batch. This quantity is determined by the production process and the available resources. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The maximum lot size is used to determine the optimal production or procurement quantity for a material. It is set in the MRP view of the material master record and can be adjusted as needed. The maximum lot size should be set to an appropriate value that takes into account the production process and available resources. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting the maximum lot size, it is important to consider the lead time for production or procurement, as well as any storage constraints. Setting an appropriate maximum lot size can help ensure that materials are produced or procured in an efficient manner. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The maximum lot size is related to other MRP parameters such as safety stock, minimum order quantity, and reorder point. These parameters should be set in conjunction with each other to ensure that materials are produced or procured in an optimal manner.