What is 'maturation time' in SAP SCM-APO-SNP - Supply Network Planning (SNP)?

maturation time - Overview

• Component: SCM-APO-SNP

• Component Name: Supply Network Planning (SNP)

• Description: The period required by the product before it can be used for production or trade.

maturation time - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Maturation time is a term used in Supply Network Planning (SNP) within SAP. It is the time it takes for a planned order to be converted into a production order. This time is determined by the lead time of the material and the availability of resources. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Maturation time can be set in the SNP planning book. The user can define the maturation time for each material and resource combination. This will determine how long it takes for a planned order to be converted into a production order. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to set the maturation time correctly, as this will affect the accuracy of the SNP plan. If the maturation time is too short, then planned orders may not be converted in time, resulting in delays in production. If the maturation time is too long, then resources may be tied up unnecessarily, resulting in wasted capacity. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on maturation time and how to set it in SAP, please refer to the SAP Help documentation on Supply Network Planning (SNP).