What is 'shift factor' in SAP SCM-APO-CA - APO Cross-Application Components?

shift factor - Overview

• Component: SCM-APO-CA

• Component Name: APO Cross-Application Components

• Description: Generic term for the rate of resource utilization and the capacity of a resource.

shift factor - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Shift factor is a component of the SAP Advanced Planner and Optimizer (APO) Cross-Application Components. It is used to adjust the supply and demand of a product in order to meet the desired target stock level. The shift factor is calculated by dividing the target stock level by the current stock level. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The shift factor can be used to adjust the supply and demand of a product in order to meet the desired target stock level. To do this, the user must first enter the target stock level into the system. Then, the system will calculate the shift factor by dividing the target stock level by the current stock level. The user can then use this shift factor to adjust the supply and demand of the product accordingly. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to remember that the shift factor should only be used as a guide when adjusting supply and demand. The user should also take into account other factors such as market conditions, customer demand, and production capacity when making adjustments. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP Advanced Planner and Optimizer (APO) Cross-Application Components, please refer to SAP's official documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_APO_CA/7.5/en-US