What is availability date/time in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: availability date/time

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: Date defined by the specific day and time on which the total quantity provided by the receipt element is made available. Possible receipt processing is completed on the availability date.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Availability date/time is a feature of the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPS) component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. It is used to determine when a certain product or material will be available for use. This information is used to plan production and ensure that the necessary resources are available when needed. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The availability date/time feature can be used to plan production and ensure that the necessary resources are available when needed. It can be used to determine when a certain product or material will be available for use, and can also be used to plan production schedules and manage inventory levels. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting availability date/time, it is important to consider the lead time for each product or material. This will help ensure that the necessary resources are available when needed. Additionally, it is important to consider any potential delays or disruptions that may affect the availability date/time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The availability date/time feature is closely related to other features of the PPS component, such as capacity planning, resource planning, and scheduling. Additionally, it is important to consider other factors such as inventory levels, lead times, and potential delays or disruptions when setting availability date/time.