What is explosion type in SAP PP - Production Planning and Control?

SAP Term: explosion type

• Component: PP

• Component Name: Production Planning and Control

• Description: An automatic procedure by which a BOM is exploded to determine dependent requirements for material items. For example, you can define an explosion type that includes material items with a procurement key such as phantom assemblies.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Explosion type is a feature in SAP Production Planning and Control (PP) that allows users to create a bill of materials (BOM) for a product or service. It is used to define the components and sub-components that make up the product or service. Explosion types are used to determine the quantity of components needed for production and can be used to calculate the cost of production. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Explosion types are used to create a BOM for a product or service. The user can define the components and sub-components that make up the product or service, as well as the quantity of each component needed for production. The user can also specify whether the BOM should be exploded at the header level or at the item level. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an explosion type, it is important to consider the cost of production. The user should take into account the cost of each component and sub-component, as well as any additional costs associated with production. This will help ensure that the BOM is accurate and cost-effective. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Explosion types are closely related to material requirements planning (MRP). MRP is used to determine when components should be ordered and how much should be ordered in order to meet production needs. It is important to consider both explosion types and MRP when creating a BOM for a product or service.