What is remaining capacity in SAP PP-PMR - Predictive MRP?

SAP Term: remaining capacity

• Component: PP-PMR

• Component Name: Predictive MRP

• Description: Difference between available and consumed capacity of a resource for example a work center for a specific time period for example week.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Remaining capacity is a term used in the Predictive MRP (PP-PMR) component of SAP. It is a measure of the amount of capacity that is available for production in a given period. It is calculated by subtracting the total planned orders from the total available capacity. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Remaining capacity can be used to determine how much additional production can be done in a given period. It can also be used to identify potential bottlenecks in production and plan accordingly. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep an eye on remaining capacity as it can change quickly due to changes in demand or other factors. It is also important to consider the impact of planned orders on remaining capacity when making decisions about production. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Remaining capacity is closely related to other terms such as planned orders, available capacity, and total capacity. It is also related to other components of SAP such as PP-PI (Production Planning for Process Industries) and PP-DS (Demand-Supply Planning).