What is fixed date in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: fixed date

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: Status of an order in Production Planning. An order with the status date fixed contains at least one operation that is fixed on a resource at a specific time. With detailed scheduling in production planning, the system can only change the dates and resource allocation of unfixed operations.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Fixed date is a term used in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPS) component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. It is a date that is set for a specific production order or process and cannot be changed. This date is used to determine when the production order or process should be completed. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Fixed dates are used to ensure that production orders and processes are completed on time. They are set when the production order or process is created and cannot be changed. The fixed date should be set to the earliest possible date that the production order or process can be completed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting a fixed date, it is important to consider any potential delays that may occur during the production process. This will help ensure that the fixed date is realistic and achievable. Additionally, it is important to monitor the progress of the production order or process to ensure that it is completed on time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The fixed date feature can be used in conjunction with other features in the PPS component of SAP's SCM module, such as capacity planning and material requirements planning. These features can help ensure that production orders and processes are completed on time and with minimal disruption.