What is production location in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: production location

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: Location in which the system creates the dependent requirements of the components for a product produced in-house and the receipts for the co-products and by-products. The receipt for a product produced in-house is always in the planning location. The production location may differ from the planning location in the case of the procurement form "production in another location".

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• Key Concepts: 
  Production location is a term used in SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (SCM-APO-PPS) component. It is a place where production activities take place, such as manufacturing, assembly, or packaging. It is also used to define the location of a production order or process order. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP, production locations are defined in the master data of the SCM-APO-PPS component. This includes the location's address, contact information, and other relevant details. The production location can then be assigned to a production order or process order. This allows the system to track the progress of the order and ensure that it is completed on time and within budget. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining a production location in SAP, it is important to ensure that all relevant details are included. This will help ensure that the system can accurately track the progress of orders and provide accurate reports. Additionally, it is important to keep the production location up-to-date with any changes in address or contact information. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on production locations in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation on SCM-APO-PPS Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed tutorials and best practices for using this component.