What is 'minimum wait time' in SAP PP - Production Planning and Control?

minimum wait time - Overview

• Component: PP

• Component Name: Production Planning and Control

• Description: The minimum time before the material can be processed in the next operation. &EXAMPLE& The time some materials need to cool down after tempering. The minimum wait time is part of the lead time.

minimum wait time - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Minimum wait time is a feature in SAP Production Planning and Control (PP) that allows users to set a minimum amount of time that must pass before a production order can be released. This feature helps to ensure that all necessary preparations are made before the production order is released. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the minimum wait time feature, users must first set up the minimum wait time in the system. This can be done by going to the Customizing menu in PP and selecting the “Minimum Wait Time” option. From there, users can enter the desired amount of time that must pass before a production order can be released. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up the minimum wait time, it is important to consider the amount of time needed for all necessary preparations. If the minimum wait time is set too low, it may not allow enough time for all preparations to be completed before the production order is released. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The minimum wait time feature is closely related to other features in PP such as scheduling and capacity planning. It is important to consider how these features interact with each other when setting up the minimum wait time.