What is infinite scheduling in SAP SCM-APO-PPS-RSP - Reservation Planning?

SAP Term: infinite scheduling

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS-RSP

• Component Name: Reservation Planning

• Description: Procedure with which sales orders can be scheduled, without taking into account the available quantity which you have defined for a restriction.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Infinite scheduling is a feature of the Reservation Planning component of SAP's Advanced Planner and Optimizer (APO) module. It is used to create a production plan that takes into account the availability of resources, such as machines, personnel, and materials. The goal of infinite scheduling is to maximize the utilization of resources while meeting customer demand. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use infinite scheduling, you must first define the resources that will be used in the production plan. This includes defining the capacity of each resource, as well as any constraints that may affect its availability. Once the resources have been defined, you can then create a production plan that takes into account the availability of each resource. The production plan can then be optimized to maximize resource utilization while meeting customer demand. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a production plan with infinite scheduling, it is important to consider the impact of any constraints on resource availability. For example, if a machine has a limited capacity, it may not be able to meet customer demand if it is overbooked. Additionally, it is important to consider any seasonal fluctuations in demand when creating a production plan. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on infinite scheduling and other features of SAP's Advanced Planner and Optimizer (APO) module, please refer to SAP's official documentation. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and videos available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use APO's features.