What is retroactive posting in SAP (PP-PEO - Production Engineering and Operations)?

SAP Term: retroactive posting

• Component: PP-PEO

• Component Name: Production Engineering and Operations

• Description: Process for performing work in execution first and then posting the work done in the system later. You use retroactive processing if, for example, you have no access to a computer terminal on the shop floor. In this case, you can print out the operation activities along with the work instructions and inspection characteristics. This printout provides you with all the information you need in production to process the operation activities. Once you have completed the work, you can then enter the data in the system retroactively.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Retroactive posting is a feature in SAP Production Engineering and Operations (PP-PEO) that allows users to post changes to production orders after the order has been completed. This feature allows users to make corrections or adjustments to the order without having to create a new order. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use retroactive posting, users must first select the production order they wish to edit. Then, they can enter the changes they wish to make and save them. The changes will be applied retroactively, meaning that the order will be updated with the new information. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using retroactive posting, it is important to remember that the changes will be applied to all documents related to the production order. This includes any reports or documents that have already been generated for the order. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Retroactive posting is a useful tool for making corrections or adjustments to production orders without having to create a new order. It can also be used in conjunction with other features in SAP PP-PEO, such as material requirements planning (MRP) and capacity planning.