What is campaign planning in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: campaign planning

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: Production planning process with the main aim of reducing the storage costs and setup costs for products manufactured in-house. The process starts with medium- to long-term lot size planning in Supply Network Planning SNP. The results of SNP planning are then transferred to PP/DS, where they serve as a basis for short-term planning. The orders created in PP/DS can automatically be combined into production campaigns by the PP/DS campaign optimizer. To adjust the results from the campaign optimizer, campaigns can afterwards be scheduled manually in the detailed scheduling planning board. When planning has been completed, the PP/DS campaigns are transferred to the ERP or R/3 system for processing. Cost distribution and allocation can also be executed there.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Campaign planning is a component of the SAP SCM-APO-PPS Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling module. It is used to plan and manage the production of large batches of products, such as those used in seasonal campaigns. It allows users to plan production in advance, taking into account factors such as capacity, material availability, and customer demand. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Campaign planning can be used to create a production plan for a campaign. This plan can be used to determine the resources needed for the campaign, such as materials, personnel, and equipment. The plan can also be used to schedule production activities and monitor progress. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a campaign plan, it is important to consider the capacity of the production facility and the availability of materials. It is also important to consider customer demand and any potential changes in demand that may occur during the campaign. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Campaign planning is closely related to other components of the SAP SCM-APO-PPS Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling module, such as demand planning and supply chain optimization. It is also related to other SAP modules, such as SAP ERP and SAP CRM.