What is interactive sourcing profile in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: interactive sourcing profile

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: Profile that lists the key components and key resources at each location. Various heuristics use the information in a profile to determine the availability of key components and resources at the linked product location.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Interactive Sourcing Profile (ISP) is a feature of the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPS) component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. It is used to define the parameters for sourcing decisions, such as the criteria for selecting suppliers, the desired delivery times, and the cost of goods. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The ISP is used to create a profile that can be used to evaluate potential suppliers. This profile includes criteria such as supplier reliability, delivery times, and cost of goods. The ISP also allows users to set up rules for automatically selecting suppliers based on these criteria. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an ISP, it is important to consider all relevant criteria and to set up rules that will ensure that the best supplier is selected. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update the ISP in order to ensure that it remains up-to-date with changing market conditions. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the Interactive Sourcing Profile in SAP SCM-APO-PPS, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on using this feature.