What is product allocation group in SAP SCM-APO-ATP - Global Available-to-Promise?

SAP Term: product allocation group

• Component: SCM-APO-ATP

• Component Name: Global Available-to-Promise

• Description: A setting that defines a group of characteristics, a so-called characteristics combination. The characteristics combination describes the criteria used for allocating products. The product allocation group is used for saving product allocations with the corresponding assignments per period. A time series, against which the check is executed, is chosen using a characteristics combination in product allocations. The product allocation group corresponds to the info structure in Flexible Planning as well as to the InfoCube in Demand Planning.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Product allocation groups are used in SAP's Global Available-to-Promise (ATP) component of the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. They are used to define the rules for allocating products to customers. This includes defining which products can be allocated to which customers, as well as the order in which they should be allocated. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Product allocation groups are created in the SAP system and assigned to customers. When a customer places an order, the system will check the product allocation group assigned to them and use it to determine which products can be allocated to them and in what order. This ensures that customers get the products they need in a timely manner. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating product allocation groups, it is important to consider the customer's needs and preferences. For example, if a customer prefers certain products over others, it may be beneficial to create a product allocation group that prioritizes those products. Additionally, it is important to consider any restrictions or limitations that may apply when allocating products. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on product allocation groups and how they are used in SAP's Global Available-to-Promise component of the Supply Chain Management module, please refer to SAP's official documentation.