What is plant data collection in SAP PP - Production Planning and Control?

SAP Term: plant data collection

• Component: PP

• Component Name: Production Planning and Control

• Description: The collection and display of operational plant data and related information on its processing, preparation, evaluation, transfer, and checks performed on it. This information is used to accumulate required data on machine use, order status, or quality. Plant data is, for example: Personnel or machine-related messages clock-in and clock-out times, off-site work, setup and processing times, quantities, and malfunctions Statistics machine use, scrap, and malfunction data.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Plant Data Collection (PDC) is a component of SAP Production Planning and Control (PP) that enables users to collect and store data from production plants. This data can be used to analyze production processes, identify bottlenecks, and optimize production planning. PDC also allows users to monitor the performance of their production plants in real-time. 
  
  How to use it: 
  PDC can be used to collect data from production plants in a variety of ways. This includes manual data entry, automated data collection systems, and barcode scanning. Once the data is collected, it can be stored in the SAP system for further analysis. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using PDC, it is important to ensure that the data being collected is accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that the analysis of the data is reliable and useful. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the data is stored securely in order to protect it from unauthorized access. 
  
  Related Information: 
  PDC is closely related to other components of SAP PP such as Production Planning (PP), Material Requirements Planning (MRP), and Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP). These components can be used in conjunction with PDC to optimize production planning and improve overall efficiency.