What is pseudo-hard constraint in SAP SCM-APO-OPT - Optimization?

SAP Term: pseudo-hard constraint

• Component: SCM-APO-OPT

• Component Name: Optimization

• Description: A soft constraint in optimization-based planning in Supply Network Planning SNP, that can be exceeded, but results in infinitely high penalty costs. The SNP optimizer will only violate this constraint for example, by exceeding a specific stock level, if it cannot find any other feasible solution.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Pseudo-hard constraints are a type of constraint used in SAP SCM-APO-OPT Optimization. They are used to limit the search space of an optimization problem, allowing the system to find a solution more quickly. Pseudo-hard constraints are not as restrictive as hard constraints, but they still limit the search space and can help improve the performance of an optimization problem.
  
  How to use it: 
  Pseudo-hard constraints can be used in SAP SCM-APO-OPT Optimization to limit the search space of an optimization problem. To use pseudo-hard constraints, you must first define the constraint in the optimization model. Once the constraint is defined, it can be used to limit the search space and help improve the performance of an optimization problem.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using pseudo-hard constraints in SAP SCM-APO-OPT Optimization, it is important to ensure that the constraint is not too restrictive. If the constraint is too restrictive, it may limit the search space too much and prevent the system from finding a solution. It is also important to ensure that the constraint is not too loose, as this may lead to suboptimal solutions.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using pseudo-hard constraints in SAP SCM-APO-OPT Optimization, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on using pseudo-hard constraints in SAP SCM-APO-OPT Optimization.