What is demand profile in SAP SCM-APO-SNP - Supply Network Planning (SNP)?

SAP Term: demand profile

• Component: SCM-APO-SNP

• Component Name: Supply Network Planning (SNP)

• Description: Specifies how the system calculates total demand within Supply Network Planning runs and deployment planning runs.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Demand Profile is a feature of SAP Supply Network Planning (SNP) that allows users to define and manage the demand for a product over a certain period of time. It is used to forecast the demand for a product and plan the supply chain accordingly. The demand profile can be used to create a demand plan, which is then used to generate supply plans. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Demand profiles are created in the SNP planning book. The user can define the demand profile by entering the quantity of the product that is expected to be demanded over a certain period of time. The user can also define the seasonality of the demand, as well as any other factors that may affect the demand. Once the demand profile is created, it can be used to generate a demand plan, which is then used to generate supply plans. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a demand profile, it is important to consider all factors that may affect the demand for a product. This includes seasonality, customer preferences, and any other external factors that may affect the demand. It is also important to ensure that the demand profile accurately reflects the expected demand for a product over time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Demand profiles are an important part of SAP Supply Network Planning (SNP). They are used to forecast the demand for a product and plan the supply chain accordingly. Demand profiles can also be used in conjunction with other features of SNP, such as inventory optimization and capacity planning, to ensure that supply plans are optimized for maximum efficiency.