What is operative delivery schedule in SAP SCM-APO-CPR - Collaborative Procurement?

SAP Term: operative delivery schedule

• Component: SCM-APO-CPR

• Component Name: Collaborative Procurement

• Description: Document informing the vendor which product quantities to deliver and when to deliver them. The operative delivery schedule provides the vendor with reliable and precise delivery data pertaining to the near future. This schedule usually takes the form of instructions to deliver on specific days or even at specific times of the day. Note In addition to operative delivery schedules, there are also forecast/planning delivery schedules. As the name implies, the information provided in the latter is longer-term and indicative in nature generally without commitment.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Operative delivery schedule is a component of the Collaborative Procurement (CPR) module in SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) application. It is used to plan and manage the delivery of goods from suppliers to customers. The operative delivery schedule allows users to define the delivery date, quantity, and other details for each item in an order. It also provides visibility into the status of orders and helps to ensure that goods are delivered on time.
  
  How to use it: 
  The operative delivery schedule can be accessed through the SCM-APO-CPR module in SAP. Once in the module, users can create a new operative delivery schedule by entering the details of an order, such as the delivery date, quantity, and other relevant information. The operative delivery schedule can then be used to track the status of orders and ensure that goods are delivered on time.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an operative delivery schedule, it is important to enter accurate information about the order. This will help ensure that goods are delivered on time and that any potential delays are identified quickly. Additionally, users should regularly review their operative delivery schedules to ensure that all orders are being tracked properly.
  
  Related Information: 
  The operative delivery schedule is part of SAP's SCM-APO-CPR module. Other components of this module include demand planning, supply network planning, and global available-to-promise. Additionally, SAP offers a range of other SCM modules that can be used to manage supply chain operations.