What is maximum interval in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: maximum interval

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: Maximum allowed time interval between the start and end dates of two order activities that are linked by a time relationship.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Maximum interval is a feature in SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (SCM-APO-PPS) component that allows users to set a maximum time interval for the scheduling of production orders. This feature helps to ensure that production orders are scheduled in a timely manner and that resources are used efficiently. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the maximum interval feature, users must first set the maximum interval in the system. This can be done by navigating to the “Settings” tab in the SCM-APO-PPS component and selecting “Maximum Interval”. Once the maximum interval has been set, users can then create production orders and assign them a maximum interval. The system will then automatically schedule the production orders within the specified time frame. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting the maximum interval, it is important to consider the resources available and the amount of time needed to complete each production order. Setting a too short of an interval may result in delays or missed deadlines, while setting a too long of an interval may result in wasted resources. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The maximum interval feature is closely related to other features in SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling component, such as resource planning, capacity planning, and material requirements planning. These features can be used together with the maximum interval feature to ensure that production orders are scheduled efficiently and that resources are used effectively.