What is check instructions in SAP SCM-APO-ATP - Global Available-to-Promise?

SAP Term: check instructions

• Component: SCM-APO-ATP

• Component Name: Global Available-to-Promise

• Description: Setting that determines the basic methods to be executed, as well as whether the rules-based availability check is carried out. The selection of methods depends on the check mode and the business event. Check instructions are configured in APO Customizing.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Check instructions are a feature of the Global Available-to-Promise (ATP) component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. Check instructions are used to define the criteria for ATP checks, such as the source of supply, the product, and the customer. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Check instructions are used to determine whether a product is available for delivery to a customer. The ATP check will compare the requested quantity against the available stock and any planned receipts. If the requested quantity is not available, then the ATP check will return an error message. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating check instructions, it is important to consider all possible sources of supply and all possible customers. This will ensure that the ATP check is comprehensive and accurate. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on check instructions, please refer to SAP's documentation on Global Available-to-Promise (ATP).