What is supply and demand propagation in SAP SCM-APO-SNP - Supply Network Planning (SNP)?

SAP Term: supply and demand propagation

• Component: SCM-APO-SNP

• Component Name: Supply Network Planning (SNP)

• Description: Planning method within interactive SNP planning that quickly converts supply chain changes that are caused by constraints, into a solution to fulfill demand. As the objective of this procedure is to propagate key figure changes in time series over an entire time series network, planning must be time series based and not order-based.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Supply and demand propagation is a feature of SAP Supply Network Planning (SNP) that allows for the automatic transfer of supply and demand data from one planning object to another. This feature enables the system to take into account the impact of changes in one area on other areas of the supply chain. For example, if a change in demand is made in one area, the system can automatically adjust the supply in other areas to meet that demand. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use supply and demand propagation, users must first set up the relevant planning objects in SNP. This includes setting up the supply and demand relationships between objects, as well as defining the rules for how changes in one object will affect other objects. Once this is done, users can then activate the feature and begin propagating changes throughout the supply chain. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up supply and demand propagation, it is important to ensure that all relevant planning objects are included in the setup. This will ensure that all changes are accurately propagated throughout the supply chain. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update the rules for how changes are propagated, as these rules may need to be adjusted over time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up and using supply and demand propagation in SAP Supply Network Planning (SNP), please refer to SAP Help documentation or contact your local SAP support team.