What is 'Simulate Key Figure Calculations' in SAP SCM-IBP-CNF - Configuration?

Simulate Key Figure Calculations - Overview

• Component: SCM-IBP-CNF

• Component Name: Configuration

• Description: An app that is used to simulate and validate changes made to the calculation definitions of key figures without activating the planning area first. Using this app, the correctness of each calculation step can be checked in the graph, including interim calculation steps as well as calculations at request level.

Simulate Key Figure Calculations - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Simulate Key Figure Calculations is a feature of the SCM-IBP-CNF Configuration component of SAP. It allows users to simulate the calculation of key figures, such as inventory levels, demand forecasts, and supply chain costs, in order to gain insight into the impact of changes in their supply chain. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use Simulate Key Figure Calculations, users must first define the key figures they wish to simulate. This can be done by selecting the relevant key figures from the list of available key figures in the SCM-IBP-CNF Configuration component. Once the key figures have been selected, users can then enter the relevant data for each key figure and run the simulation. The results of the simulation will be displayed in a graphical format, allowing users to easily identify any potential issues or opportunities. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using Simulate Key Figure Calculations, it is important to ensure that all relevant data is entered accurately. This will ensure that the results of the simulation are as accurate as possible. Additionally, it is important to remember that simulations are only as accurate as the data used to create them. Therefore, it is important to ensure that all data used in a simulation is up-to-date and accurate. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Simulate Key Figure Calculations, please refer to SAP's official documentation on