What is issue element in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: issue element

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: In APO, an issue element is a requirement element. The requirement can be a dependent requirement or a planned independent requirement, such as a sales order, forecast requirement or a reservation.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Issue element is a term used in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPS) component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. It is a type of material that is used to represent a requirement for a certain quantity of a product or service. The issue element is used to track the demand for a particular item and can be used to plan production and procurement activities. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Issue elements are created in the PPS component of SCM. They are linked to a specific material or service and can be used to track the demand for that item. The issue element can be used to plan production and procurement activities, as well as to monitor inventory levels. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an issue element, it is important to ensure that the quantity specified is accurate. This will help ensure that the correct amount of material or service is available when needed. Additionally, it is important to keep track of the issue elements that have been created, as this will help ensure that all requirements are met. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The issue element is closely related to other concepts in the PPS component of SCM, such as production orders and procurement orders. It is also related to inventory management concepts, such as stock levels and reorder points. Understanding how these concepts interact with each other will help ensure that production and procurement activities are properly planned and executed.