What is 'planning period' in SAP SCM-EWM - Extended Warehouse Management?

planning period - Overview

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: Time period for the selection of the workload based on the respective planning object.

planning period - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A planning period is a time frame used in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) to define the length of a planning cycle. It is used to determine the frequency of planning activities, such as creating and releasing replenishment orders, and can be set to any length of time. The planning period is also used to define the time frame for which inventory levels are monitored and replenished. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The planning period can be set up in the EWM system by navigating to the “Planning Periods” tab in the “Planning” section of the system. Here, users can define the length of the planning period, as well as any additional parameters that need to be taken into account when creating replenishment orders. Once the planning period has been set up, it will be used to determine when replenishment orders are created and released. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a planning period, it is important to consider the frequency of replenishment orders that will be needed for each item in order to ensure that inventory levels are maintained. It is also important to consider any seasonal fluctuations in demand that may require more frequent replenishment orders. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up a planning period in SAP EWM, please refer to the SAP Help Portal article “Setting Up Planning Periods”.