What is direct shipment order in SAP SCM-APO - Advanced Planning and Optimization?

SAP Term: direct shipment order

• Component: SCM-APO

• Component Name: Advanced Planning and Optimization

• Description: A variant of third-party order. Direct shipment orders are planned in Supply Chain Management SCM: they are first transferred to SCM by Core Interface CIF and checked against vendor capacity in Supply Network Planning SNP.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A direct shipment order is a type of order in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (SCM-APO) that is used to move goods from one location to another. It is used when goods need to be shipped directly from the source to the destination, without any intermediate stops. The order is created in the system and then sent to the supplier for execution. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To create a direct shipment order in SAP SCM-APO, first select the source and destination locations. Then enter the quantity of goods to be shipped and select the desired delivery date. Finally, click “Create” to generate the order. The order will then be sent to the supplier for execution. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a direct shipment order, it is important to ensure that all necessary information is included in the order. This includes the source and destination locations, quantity of goods, and desired delivery date. Additionally, it is important to double-check that all information is accurate before sending the order to the supplier. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Direct shipment orders are just one type of order available in SAP SCM-APO. Other types of orders include stock transfer orders, production orders, and purchase orders. Additionally, SAP SCM-APO also offers features such as demand planning, supply network planning, and inventory optimization.