What is planning package type in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: planning package type

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: Classification of a planning package.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A planning package type is a feature of the SAP SCM-APO-PPS Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling component. It is used to group together related planning objects, such as orders, production versions, and materials, into a single package. This allows for easier management of the planning process. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use a planning package type, first create a package type in the system. This can be done by going to the “Planning Package Type” tab in the SCM-APO-PPS Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling component. Once the package type is created, it can be assigned to related planning objects. This will allow them to be grouped together into a single package. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a planning package type, it is important to consider how it will be used. For example, if the package type will be used for orders, then it should include fields related to orders such as order number and customer name. This will make it easier to manage the planning process. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on planning package types, please refer to the SAP Help documentation on SCM-APO-PPS Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling.