What is duration change in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: duration change

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: The lengthening or shortening of an operation's duration without changing the quantity. The production rate is adjusted according to the equation rate, while the quantity remains constant.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Duration change is a feature in SAP SCM-APO-PPS Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling that allows users to adjust the duration of an operation or activity. This feature is useful for making changes to the production plan without having to delete and recreate the entire plan. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the duration change feature, users must first select the operation or activity they wish to adjust. Then, they can enter a new duration value in the “Duration” field. Once the new value is entered, users can click “Save” to apply the changes. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the duration change feature, it is important to remember that any changes made will affect the entire production plan. Therefore, it is important to consider how any changes may impact other operations or activities in the plan before making any adjustments. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the duration change feature in SAP SCM-APO-PPS Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on the topic.