What is project order in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: project order

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: An SAP SCM order type, which represents a logistical view of a project that is created and executed in an external system for example, a network in an ERP system. Unlike a production order, which has an output the produced product as a result of its execution, the result of a project order is a finished project, which is not technically visible as an output.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A project order is a type of production order used in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPS) component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. It is used to plan and manage the production of a specific product or service over a certain period of time. It is typically used for projects that require a large amount of resources and/or have a long duration. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Project orders are created in the PPS component of SCM. The user must enter the project order type, the product or service to be produced, the start and end dates, and any other relevant information. Once the project order is created, it can be used to plan and manage the production process. This includes creating production plans, scheduling resources, and tracking progress. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a project order, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is entered accurately. This will help ensure that the production process runs smoothly and efficiently. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes that are made to the project order during the production process. This will help ensure that all changes are accounted for and that the project order remains up-to-date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on project orders in SAP SCM-APO-PPS, please refer to SAP's official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed tutorials on how to use project orders in SAP SCM-APO-PPS.