What is shop floor routing in SAP PP-PEO - Production Engineering and Operations?

SAP Term: shop floor routing

• Component: PP-PEO

• Component Name: Production Engineering and Operations

• Description: Shop floor routings are version-controlled routings that are not dependent on time. A shop floor routing version determines the sequence of operations that are necessary to produce a product. It also contains information on where the work is performed, and the work center's resources that will be consumed with all the necessary specifications such as standard times, capacity requirements, and work instructions. Shop floor routings also contain operation activities that describe the production processes in detail.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Shop floor routing is a component of SAP Production Engineering and Operations (PP-PEO). It is used to define the sequence of operations that are required to produce a product. It also defines the resources that are needed to complete each operation, such as machines, tools, and personnel. The shop floor routing is used to plan and control production activities in the shop floor. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Shop floor routing can be used to create a production plan for a product. This plan includes the sequence of operations that need to be completed, the resources required for each operation, and the estimated time needed for each operation. The shop floor routing can also be used to monitor the progress of production activities in the shop floor. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a shop floor routing, it is important to consider the availability of resources and personnel. It is also important to consider the estimated time needed for each operation and ensure that it is realistic. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The shop floor routing component of SAP Production Engineering and Operations (PP-PEO) is closely related to other components such as material requirements planning (MRP), capacity planning, and quality management. These components can be used together to create an efficient production plan for a product.