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

SAP Term: primary product

• Component: PP-PI

• Component Name: Production Planning for Process Industries

• Description: Main product that a manufacturing process produces. In addition to the primary product, co-products and by-products can also be produced. The difference between a primary, co- and a by-product is relevant within the manufacture of co-products. In contrast to the primary product or a co-product, no independent order items are created in the manufacturing order for a by-product.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Primary product is a term used in the Production Planning for Process Industries (PP-PI) component of SAP. It is a product that is produced in a process industry, such as chemicals, food and beverage, or pharmaceuticals. The primary product is the main output of the production process and is typically the most valuable product produced. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP PP-PI, the primary product is used to define the production process. It is used to determine the resources needed for production, such as raw materials, energy, and labor. It also helps to define the production plan and schedule. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining the primary product in SAP PP-PI, it is important to consider the quality requirements of the product. Quality requirements can include purity levels, shelf life, and other factors that must be met in order for the product to be accepted by customers. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The primary product is closely related to by-products and co-products. By-products are secondary products that are produced as a result of the production process but are not considered to be of value. Co-products are products that are produced alongside the primary product but are not considered to be of equal value.