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

ingredient - Overview

• Component: PP-PI

• Component Name: Production Planning for Process Industries

• Description: Material that enters a process. Ingredients are assigned to the bill of material of the corresponding product. In the material list of the recipe or order, they can be assigned to the operations or phases that require them for execution.

ingredient - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Ingredient is a term used in the Production Planning for Process Industries (PP-PI) component of SAP. It is used to refer to the raw materials, components, and other items that are used in the production process. These ingredients are tracked and managed in the system to ensure that the right amount of each ingredient is available for production. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP PP-PI, ingredients are managed through the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process. This process helps to ensure that the right amount of each ingredient is available for production. The MRP process also helps to identify any potential shortages or overages of ingredients that may occur during production. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When managing ingredients in SAP PP-PI, it is important to ensure that all ingredients are accurately tracked and accounted for. This will help to ensure that the right amount of each ingredient is available for production and that any potential shortages or overages are identified and addressed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on managing ingredients in SAP PP-PI, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP representative.