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

SAP Term: capacity requirement

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: Describes how much productive time and how much capacity a resource requires to carry out an activity; it is therefore determined by the net duration and the resource consumption of the activity. Since several resources are generally used to carry out an activity, there are several capacity requirements for an activity.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Capacity requirement is a term used in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPS) component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. It is a measure of the capacity needed to produce a certain quantity of goods or services. It is calculated by taking into account the resources required to produce the goods or services, such as labor, materials, and machines. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The capacity requirement can be used to determine the amount of resources needed for production. It can also be used to compare different production scenarios and identify the most efficient one. Additionally, it can be used to plan for future production needs and ensure that there are enough resources available to meet demand. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating capacity requirements, it is important to consider all of the resources that will be needed for production. This includes not only labor and materials, but also machines and other equipment. Additionally, it is important to consider any potential bottlenecks that could affect production, such as limited access to certain materials or machines. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The capacity requirement is closely related to other concepts in SAP's SCM module, such as capacity planning and resource planning. Additionally, it is related to concepts in other modules, such as inventory management and supply chain management.