What is 'blocked capacity' in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

blocked capacity - Overview

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: A protected period for example, between two activities of an operation in which you cannot schedule other activities from other operations from other orders. Although the resource has free capacity, the system cannot schedule any other activity in the blocked period. As a result, two activities of an operation that are carried out on the same resource but which are disconnected in terms of time, cannot be separated by a "foreign" activity.

blocked capacity - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Blocked capacity is a term used in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPS) component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. It refers to the capacity of a production resource that is not available for use due to certain constraints, such as maintenance or lack of raw materials. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use blocked capacity, you must first identify the production resources that are affected by the constraints. Once identified, you can then set up a blocked capacity profile in the PPS component of SCM. This profile will allow you to specify the amount of capacity that is blocked and the duration of the blockage. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a blocked capacity profile, it is important to consider the impact that the blockage will have on other production resources. For example, if one resource is blocked, it may affect the availability of other resources that are dependent on it. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on blocked capacity and how to use it in SAP SCM-APO-PPS, 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 set up a blocked capacity profile in SAP SCM-APO-PPS.