What is 'stretch factor' in SAP SCM-APO-PPS - Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling?

stretch factor - Overview

• Component: SCM-APO-PPS

• Component Name: Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling

• Description: The maximum extent to which an operation can be stretched without changing the quantity or other parameters.

stretch factor - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Stretch factor is a feature in SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (SCM-APO-PPS) component that allows users to adjust the production plan to meet customer demand. It is used to increase or decrease the production rate of a particular product or material in order to meet customer demand. The stretch factor can be set to a value between 0 and 1, with 0 representing no change in production rate and 1 representing maximum production rate.
  
  How to use it: 
  The stretch factor can be set in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (SCM-APO-PPS) component. To do this, go to the “Planning” tab and select “Stretch Factor” from the drop-down menu. Enter the desired value between 0 and 1 for the stretch factor and click “OK”. This will adjust the production rate of the selected product or material accordingly.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting the stretch factor, it is important to consider the impact it will have on other products or materials in the production plan. If one product or material is set to a higher stretch factor than another, it may cause an imbalance in the production plan that could lead to delays or shortages. It is also important to consider the impact of changing the stretch factor on customer demand, as it may cause customer orders to be delayed or canceled if not managed