What is 'maximum required shelf life' in SAP SCM-APO-SNP - Supply Network Planning (SNP)?

maximum required shelf life - Overview

• Component: SCM-APO-SNP

• Component Name: Supply Network Planning (SNP)

• Description: The request of a demand to be covered only by receipts whose remaining shelf life is not above a given limit.

maximum required shelf life - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Maximum required shelf life is a feature of SAP Supply Network Planning (SNP) that allows users to set a maximum shelf life for a product. This ensures that the product is not kept in stock for too long, reducing the risk of spoilage or obsolescence. The shelf life is set in days, and the system will automatically adjust the stock levels to ensure that the product is not kept in stock for longer than the specified shelf life. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To set a maximum required shelf life for a product, go to the SNP planning book and select the product. Then, select “Maximum Required Shelf Life” from the drop-down menu. Enter the number of days that you want to set as the maximum shelf life for the product. The system will then automatically adjust the stock levels to ensure that the product is not kept in stock for longer than this specified shelf life. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to remember that setting a maximum required shelf life does not guarantee that the product will not spoil or become obsolete before it reaches its expiration date. It is still important to monitor stock levels and expiration dates closely to ensure that products are not kept in stock for too long. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting a maximum required