What is forecast analysis profile in SAP SCM-APO-FCS - Demand Planning?

SAP Term: forecast analysis profile

• Component: SCM-APO-FCS

• Component Name: Demand Planning

• Description: A profile for specifying settings for a forecast analysis run.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A forecast analysis profile is a tool used in SAP's SCM-APO-FCS Demand Planning component. It is used to define the parameters for a forecast analysis, such as the type of analysis, the time period, and the forecast model. The profile also contains information about the data sources used for the analysis, such as historical sales data and external market data. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use a forecast analysis profile, first create a new profile in the Demand Planning component. Enter the parameters for the analysis, such as the type of analysis, time period, and forecast model. Then select the data sources to be used for the analysis. Finally, save the profile and run the analysis. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a forecast analysis profile, it is important to select an appropriate forecast model. Different models are better suited for different types of data and different types of analyses. It is also important to select appropriate data sources for the analysis. Make sure that all relevant data is included in order to get accurate results. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about forecast analysis profiles in SAP's SCM-APO-FCS Demand Planning component, please refer to SAP's official documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SCM_APO_FCS/7.5/en-US