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

SAP Term: process message

• Component: PP-PI

• Component Name: Production Planning for Process Industries

• Description: A structure used to send actual data on a process from process control to one or more destinations of the following types: Type 1: Other SAP components Type 2: User-defined ABAP/4 tables Type 3: Users of the SAPoffice Mail system Type 4: External function modules Type 5: Alert categories Process messages are used to update data records and to generate batch and production records. The content of process messages is determined by the process message characteristics and the characteristic values assigned to them.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Process message is a type of communication used in the Production Planning for Process Industries (PP-PI) component of SAP. It is used to send information between different systems, such as between the production planning system and the material requirements planning system. It can also be used to send information from one system to another, such as from the production planning system to the warehouse management system. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Process messages are created in the PP-PI component of SAP. They can be sent manually or automatically, depending on the needs of the user. The message contains information about the production process, such as the quantity of materials needed, the start and end dates of production, and any other relevant information. The message is then sent to the other systems that need to receive it. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating process messages, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is included in the message. This will help ensure that all systems receive the correct information and that production runs smoothly. Additionally, it is important to check that all systems are able to receive and process the message correctly before sending it. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Process messages are part of a larger system of communication within SAP called ALE (Application Link Enabling). ALE allows different systems within SAP to communicate with each other and exchange data. Additionally, ALE can be used to integrate SAP with external systems, such as those used by suppliers or customers.