What is planned order in SAP PP-MRP - Material Requirements Planning?

SAP Term: planned order

• Component: PP-MRP

• Component Name: Material Requirements Planning

• Description: A request created in the planning run for a plant to trigger the procurement of a plant material for a certain quantity for a specific date.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A planned order is a type of material requirement planning (MRP) document used in SAP. It is a forecasted order that is created to meet future demand for a material or product. The planned order is used to plan the procurement of materials and production of goods. It can also be used to plan the delivery of services. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Planned orders are created in the SAP system by entering the required data into the MRP document. This includes the material number, quantity, and date of delivery. The planned order can then be used to generate purchase orders, production orders, or service orders. The planned order can also be used to monitor the progress of the order and ensure that it is completed on time. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a planned order, it is important to ensure that all of the required data is entered accurately. This will help to ensure that the order is processed correctly and on time. It is also important to monitor the progress of the planned order regularly to ensure that it is completed on time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Planned orders are part of SAP's Material Requirements Planning (MRP) module. This module helps to plan and manage the procurement and production of materials and products. It also helps to monitor and control inventory levels and ensure that materials are available when needed.