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

SAP Term: Supply Network Planning

• Component: SCM-APO-SNP

• Component Name: Supply Network Planning (SNP)

• Description: A module in the Advanced Planner and Optimizer APO that enables organizations to determine sourcing, production plans, distribution plans, and purchasing plans. The system draws on the data universally available in liveCache to optimize such plans based on optimization algorithms and heuristic approaches that enable the planner to define rules and inventory policies. As an integral part of the overall supply network planning solution, APO's Deployment solution enables planners to dynamically rebalance and optimize the distribution network at execution time. The Deployment function in SNP determines optimized inbound and outbound distribution of available supply in response to short-term demand, including customer orders, stock transport requirements, and safety stock requirements. Deployment logic considers a wide variety of short-term constraints, including transportation, warehouse handling capacity and calendars. The primary purpose of the Transport Load Builde

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• Key Concepts: 
  Supply Network Planning (SNP) is a component of SAP's Advanced Planner and Optimizer (APO) module. It is used to plan and optimize the supply chain network, including production, distribution, and transportation. It helps companies to identify the most cost-effective and efficient way to meet customer demand. 
  
  How to use it: 
  SNP can be used to create a supply chain network that meets customer demand while minimizing costs. It can be used to plan production, distribution, and transportation activities. It can also be used to identify potential bottlenecks in the supply chain and suggest solutions. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using SNP, it is important to consider the cost of each activity in the supply chain. This will help you identify the most cost-effective solution for meeting customer demand. Additionally, it is important to consider the impact of any changes on other parts of the supply chain. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Supply Network Planning, please visit SAP's website: https://www.sap.com/products/advanced-planner-and-optimizer.html