What is grouping horizon in SAP SCM-APO-SNP - Supply Network Planning (SNP)?

SAP Term: grouping horizon

• Component: SCM-APO-SNP

• Component Name: Supply Network Planning (SNP)

• Description: Horizon used by the SNP heuristic if the user has chosen periodic lot sizing in the location product master. The SNP heuristic groups together demand quantities within this horizon. The length of this horizon is governed by the number of periods specified by the user. During periodic lot sizing, the system combines the demand quantities from multiple consecutive periods to form one demand and creates orders to fulfill this particular demand quantity.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Grouping horizon is a feature of SAP Supply Network Planning (SNP) that allows users to group together multiple planning objects into one. This allows for more efficient planning and optimization of resources. It also helps to reduce the complexity of the planning process by allowing users to focus on a smaller number of objects. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Grouping horizon can be used in a variety of ways. For example, it can be used to group together multiple orders, products, or locations into one planning object. This allows for more efficient planning and optimization of resources. Additionally, it can be used to group together multiple production orders or sales orders into one planning object. This helps to reduce the complexity of the planning process by allowing users to focus on a smaller number of objects. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using grouping horizon, it is important to consider the impact that grouping multiple objects together may have on the overall plan. For example, if multiple orders are grouped together, it may result in an inefficient plan due to the increased complexity of managing multiple orders at once. Additionally, it is important to consider the impact that grouping multiple objects together may have on the overall cost of the plan. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Grouping horizon is just one of many features available in SAP Supply Network Planning (SNP). Other features include demand forecasting, supply chain optimization, and inventory management. Additionally, there are a variety of tools available for analyzing and optimizing supply chain performance. These tools can help users identify areas for improvement and develop strategies for improving supply chain performance.