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

SAP Term: safety time

• Component: SCM-APO-SNP

• Component Name: Supply Network Planning (SNP)

• Description: Time period used for calculating the target stock level. Safety time is defined in the product master data. The target stock level corresponds to the safety stock plus requirements within the safety time.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Safety time is a concept used in Supply Network Planning (SNP) within SAP. It is a time buffer that is added to the planned delivery date of an order to ensure that the order arrives on time. This buffer is used to account for any unexpected delays that may occur during the delivery process. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Safety time can be set up in the SNP planning area of SAP. The user can specify the amount of safety time they want to add to each order, as well as the type of safety time (e.g. fixed or variable). The safety time will then be added to the planned delivery date of each order, ensuring that it arrives on time. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to set up safety time correctly in order to ensure that orders arrive on time. It is also important to monitor the safety time regularly and adjust it if necessary, as unexpected delays can occur during the delivery process. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up and using safety time in SAP, please refer to the SAP Help documentation.