What is line-specific profile in SAP SCM-APO-PPS-MMP - Model Mix Planning?

SAP Term: line-specific profile

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS-MMP

• Component Name: Model Mix Planning

• Description: A setting created for a production line that defines whether the system should firm or not firm dispatched or deallocated orders after manual rescheduling in interactive sequencing.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Line-specific profile is a feature of Model Mix Planning (MMP) in SAP's Advanced Planner and Optimizer (APO). It allows users to define different planning parameters for each line item in a sales order. This includes parameters such as the number of items to be produced, the production date, and the delivery date. This feature allows users to customize their planning process to meet specific customer needs. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the line-specific profile feature, users must first create a line-specific profile in the MMP module. This can be done by selecting the “Create Line-Specific Profile” option from the menu. Once created, users can then assign the profile to a line item in a sales order. This can be done by selecting the “Assign Line-Specific Profile” option from the menu. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a line-specific profile, it is important to consider all of the parameters that need to be set for each line item. This will ensure that all of the necessary information is included in the profile and that it is tailored to meet customer needs. Additionally, it is important to remember that line-specific profiles can be changed at any time if needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Model Mix Planning and line-specific profiles, please refer to SAP's official documentation on APO. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed tutorials on how to use this feature.