What is batch in SAP PP-PI - Production Planning for Process Industries?

SAP Term: batch

• Component: PP-PI

• Component Name: Production Planning for Process Industries

• Description: A quantity of a material produced during a given production run. The main characteristic of a batch is its homogeneity. A production lot can consist of one or more batches.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Batch is a term used in the Production Planning for Process Industries (PP-PI) component of SAP. It is a unit of measure used to define the quantity of a material or product that is produced in a single production run. Batch size can be determined by the production process, the amount of raw materials available, or the desired output. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP PP-PI, batch size is used to define the quantity of a material or product that is produced in a single production run. This information can be used to plan production runs and optimize resources. For example, if a company needs to produce 100 units of a product, they can determine the optimal batch size based on their production process and available resources. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When determining batch size, it is important to consider the cost of production and the desired output. If the cost of producing a large batch is too high, it may be more cost-effective to produce multiple smaller batches. Additionally, it is important to consider the amount of raw materials available and how much time it will take to produce each batch. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Batch size is an important concept in SAP PP-PI and other components such as Materials Management (MM) and Quality Management (QM). It is also related to concepts such as inventory management and production planning.