What is 'PP/DS bucket capacity' in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

PP/DS bucket capacity - Overview

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: The PP/DS bucket capacity of a resource enables a period-based capacity check. A bucket may be a day, a week or a month.

PP/DS bucket capacity - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  PP/DS bucket capacity is a feature of SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) component. It is used to define the maximum capacity of a production line or resource for a given period of time. This capacity is then used to determine the optimal production plan for a given product or set of products. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The PP/DS bucket capacity feature can be used to define the maximum capacity of a production line or resource for a given period of time. This capacity is then used to determine the optimal production plan for a given product or set of products. The user can define the bucket capacity by entering the maximum number of units that can be produced in a given period of time. The user can also specify the start and end dates for the bucket capacity. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining the PP/DS bucket capacity, it is important to consider the total available resources and the total demand for the product or set of products. This will help ensure that the optimal production plan is created and that resources are not over-utilized. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The PP/DS bucket capacity feature is closely related to other features in SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling component, such as resource planning, material requirements planning, and order fulfillment. These features can be used in