What is processing time in SAP PP - Production Planning and Control?

SAP Term: processing time

• Component: PP

• Component Name: Production Planning and Control

• Description: The time needed to process a material in an operation. The processing time is dependent on the order quantity, and does not contain a setup or teardown time. It is part of the execution time.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Processing time is a term used in SAP Production Planning and Control (PP) to refer to the amount of time it takes to complete a production process. It is used to calculate the total time needed for a production order, and is based on the number of operations and the duration of each operation. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Processing time can be used to plan production orders and determine the total time needed for a production process. It is calculated by adding up the duration of each operation in the production order. The duration of each operation is determined by the number of resources required, the setup time, and the run time. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating processing time, it is important to consider any additional factors that may affect the duration of an operation, such as machine downtime or material shortages. It is also important to consider any additional resources that may be needed, such as additional personnel or equipment. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Processing time is closely related to lead time, which is the total amount of time it takes from when an order is placed until it is delivered. Lead time includes processing time as well as other factors such as transportation and delivery times.