What is simulation version in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

SAP Term: simulation version

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: Record of simulative planning data based on a planning version. Using a simulation version, you can run through a planning alternative without changing the data in the planning version. You can test different planning alternatives using different simulation versions. You can compare the planning status in the planning version with that in the planning version at any time "refresh", or import simulative planning in the planning version "save". The planning data in the planning or simulation version is not simply copied in this case, but actually merged. "Hard" data "wins", for example, confirmation of an operation is more important than a deadline change.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Simulation version is a feature of the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPS) component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. It allows users to simulate different scenarios and plan production accordingly. This helps to identify potential problems and optimize production plans. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the simulation version, users must first create a simulation version in the PPS component. This can be done by selecting the “Create Simulation Version” option from the menu. Once created, users can then enter data into the simulation version and run simulations to test different scenarios. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a simulation version, it is important to ensure that all relevant data is entered accurately. This will help to ensure that the simulations are accurate and reliable. Additionally, it is important to save the simulation version regularly in order to avoid losing any data. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the simulation version in SAP's SCM-APO-PPS module, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online tutorials available which provide step-by-step instructions on how to use this feature.