What is partially initialized planning version in SAP SCM-APO-SNP - Supply Network Planning (SNP)?

SAP Term: partially initialized planning version

• Component: SCM-APO-SNP

• Component Name: Supply Network Planning (SNP)

• Description: Planning version created by the partial version copy transaction /SAPAPO/VERCOP, which is only accessible if the business function SCM-APO, Version Simulation SCM_APO_VERSION_SIM is active. Partial initialization means that the version copy creates only those time series that are in the scope of the copy selection to reduce memory usage in SAP liveCache. The system uses partial initialization only with SNP planning areas; DP planning areas are copied fully initialized. Partially initialized planning versions can be used in Supply Network Planning in the same way as fully initialized versions. If a missing time series is required in a partially initialized planning version, the system creates it automatically. This can lead to a slight decrease in performance; we therefore advise that you adjust the copy selection so that it contains most of the time series needed by subsequent planning steps. However, a missing time series should not lead to an error.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Partially initialized planning version is a feature of SAP Supply Network Planning (SNP) that allows users to create a planning version with only certain characteristics and data. This allows users to quickly create a planning version with only the necessary data, without having to manually enter all the data. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use partially initialized planning version, users must first create a new planning version in the SNP system. Then, they can select which characteristics and data they want to include in the planning version. Once the selection is made, the system will automatically generate the planning version with only the selected characteristics and data. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a partially initialized planning version, it is important to select only the necessary characteristics and data. This will help ensure that the planning version is as efficient as possible. Additionally, users should make sure to save their changes after creating the planning version. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on partially initialized planning versions, users can refer to SAP's official documentation on Supply Network Planning (SNP). Additionally, users can contact their local SAP support team for further assistance.