What is clean-out order in SAP PP-PI - Production Planning for Process Industries?

SAP Term: clean-out order

• Component: PP-PI

• Component Name: Production Planning for Process Industries

• Description: An order at the end of a production campaign that is used to prepare the line for production.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A clean-out order is a type of production order used in the Production Planning for Process Industries (PP-PI) component of SAP. It is used to clear out the production resources of any remaining materials or components that are not needed for the next production order. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Clean-out orders are created in the PP-PI component of SAP. The order is created with a start date and end date, and the resources that need to be cleared out are specified. The order is then released and the resources are cleared out according to the specified parameters. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that all resources are cleared out before starting a new production order, as this will help to ensure that the production process runs smoothly and efficiently. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The PP-PI component of SAP also includes other features such as capacity planning, material requirements planning, and shop floor control. These features can be used in conjunction with clean-out orders to ensure that production processes run smoothly and efficiently.