What is 'available-to-deploy quantity' in SAP SCM-APO-SNP - Supply Network Planning (SNP)?

available-to-deploy quantity - Overview

• Component: SCM-APO-SNP

• Component Name: Supply Network Planning (SNP)

• Description: Quantity that is available in deployment for distibuting to distribution centers.

available-to-deploy quantity - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Available-to-deploy quantity is a term used in SAP Supply Network Planning (SNP). It is the amount of a product that is available to be deployed to fulfill customer orders. This quantity is determined by taking into account the current stock levels, planned production, and any other supply sources. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The available-to-deploy quantity can be used to determine the amount of a product that can be allocated to fulfill customer orders. This quantity can be used to create a supply plan that will ensure that customer orders are fulfilled in a timely manner. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep track of the available-to-deploy quantity in order to ensure that customer orders are fulfilled on time. It is also important to monitor the stock levels and planned production in order to ensure that the available-to-deploy quantity is accurate. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The available-to-deploy quantity is related to other terms such as safety stock, planned production, and stock levels. It is important to understand how these terms are related in order to effectively manage the supply chain.