What is rule in SAP (SCM-APO-ATP - Global Available-to-Promise)?

SAP Term: rule

• Component: SCM-APO-ATP

• Component Name: Global Available-to-Promise

• Description: A Customizing setting for the rules-based availability check. A rule consists of: A product substitution procedure A location determination procedure A location product substitution procedure Information describing how these procedures should be evaluated.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A rule in SAP SCM-APO-ATP Global Available-to-Promise (GATP) is a set of conditions that define how the system should respond to certain situations. Rules are used to determine the availability of products and services, and can be used to control the flow of orders and inventory. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Rules in GATP can be used to define the availability of products and services, as well as to control the flow of orders and inventory. Rules can be set up to determine when an order should be accepted or rejected, when an item should be shipped or held, and when an item should be allocated or backordered. Rules can also be used to define the priority of orders, as well as the order in which orders should be processed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up rules in GATP, it is important to consider the impact that each rule will have on the overall system. For example, if a rule is set up that requires all orders to be accepted, then this could lead to an increase in inventory levels and a decrease in customer satisfaction. It is also important to consider how rules interact with each other, as some rules may override others. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on rules in GATP, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP representative. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on setting up rules in GATP.