What is trigger point group in SAP (PP - Production Planning and Control)?

SAP Term: trigger point group

• Component: PP

• Component Name: Production Planning and Control

• Description: A combination of standard trigger points. When you assign a trigger point group to an operation, you assign the standard trigger points in the group. By using trigger point groups, you minimize the work of creating trigger points.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Trigger point groups are used in Production Planning and Control (PP) to define the points in the production process at which certain activities should be triggered. These activities can include the release of production orders, the creation of purchase orders, or the scheduling of materials. Trigger point groups are used to ensure that all necessary activities are completed in a timely manner.
  
  How to use it: 
  Trigger point groups are created in the PP module and assigned to production orders. When a production order is created, the trigger point group is used to determine which activities should be triggered at which points in the production process. For example, if a trigger point group is assigned to a production order, it may specify that a purchase order should be created when the order reaches a certain stage in the production process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating trigger point groups, it is important to consider all of the activities that need to be completed during the production process. This will ensure that all necessary activities are triggered at the appropriate points in the process. Additionally, it is important to consider any external factors that may affect the production process, such as supplier lead times or customer delivery dates. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Trigger point groups are closely related to other PP functions such as material requirements planning (MRP) and capacity requirements planning (CRP). MRP is used to determine what materials are needed for a production order and when they should be ordered, while CRP is used to determine what capacity is needed for a production order and when it should be scheduled. Trigger point groups can be used in conjunction with these functions to ensure that all necessary activities are completed in a timely manner.