What is bottleneck resource in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: bottleneck resource

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: Resource which limits the throughput capability of the production or of the entire supply chain.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A bottleneck resource is a resource in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPS) component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module that has limited capacity. This means that it can only produce a certain amount of output in a given period of time, and any additional demand placed on it will cause delays in production. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use bottleneck resources effectively, it is important to identify them and plan production accordingly. This can be done by analyzing the capacity of each resource and determining which ones are limited. Once identified, the production plan should be adjusted to ensure that the bottleneck resources are not overloaded. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to monitor bottleneck resources closely in order to ensure that they are not overloaded. If they are, then it may be necessary to adjust the production plan or add additional resources in order to meet demand. Additionally, it is important to consider the cost of adding additional resources when making decisions about how to manage bottleneck resources. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Bottleneck resources are an important concept in production planning and scheduling, and there are many other related topics that can be explored. These include capacity planning, resource leveling, and scheduling algorithms. Additionally, there are many tools available in SAP's SCM module that can help with managing bottleneck resources.