What is APO Core Interface integration model in SAP SCM-APO - Advanced Planning and Optimization?

SAP Term: APO Core Interface integration model

• Component: SCM-APO

• Component Name: Advanced Planning and Optimization

• Description: A quantity of objects defined by user at type and instance level. These objects can be referenced by a unique model key. An integration model enables you to select object types for example, plant, material, planned order and object instance levels for example, plant 001-099, material 100100-100900. Selection variants can be used to specify objects relevant for the various planning processes in APO Advanced Planner and Optimizer and to manage the initial data load and the transfer of data changes incremental. This is done by activating a data transfer.

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• Key Concepts: 
  The APO Core Interface integration model is a component of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (SCM-APO) module. It is a set of tools and processes that enable the integration of data between different systems, such as ERP and APO. The Core Interface allows for the transfer of master data, transactional data, and planning data between the two systems. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The Core Interface can be used to transfer data from ERP to APO, or from APO to ERP. The data can be transferred in real-time or in batches. The Core Interface also provides a framework for creating custom integration solutions. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When transferring data between ERP and APO, it is important to ensure that the data is consistent across both systems. This can be done by using the Core Interface's validation checks to ensure that the data is valid before it is transferred. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The Core Interface is part of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (SCM-APO) module. It is also related to other SAP modules such as Supply Chain Management (SCM), Materials Management (MM), and Sales and Distribution (SD).