What is 'successor product planning date' in SAP SCM-APO-MD - Master Data?

successor product planning date - Overview

• Component: SCM-APO-MD

• Component Name: Master Data

• Description: The date on which the system realigns demand history and starts ordering the successor product from the supplier. The successor product planning date is calculated by the system.

successor product planning date - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Successor product planning date is a master data component in SAP SCM-APO-MD. It is used to define the date when a successor product should be available for sale. This date is used to plan the production and distribution of the successor product. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The successor product planning date can be set in the SAP SCM-APO-MD master data. This date should be set before the production and distribution of the successor product begins. The date should also be updated regularly to ensure that the successor product is available on time. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep track of the successor product planning date in order to ensure that the successor product is available on time. It is also important to update the date regularly in order to ensure that the production and distribution of the successor product are not delayed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The successor product planning date is related to other master data components such as production version, material type, and material group. It is also related to other processes such as production planning, inventory management, and supply chain management.