What is 'shelf-fill length' in SAP SCM-IBP-DM - Demand?

shelf-fill length - Overview

• Component: SCM-IBP-DM

• Component Name: Demand

• Description: The number of periods during which shelves at the retail location shall be filled with the new product.

shelf-fill length - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Shelf-fill length is a term used in SAP's Demand Planning component of the Supply Chain Management - Integrated Business Planning (SCM-IBP) suite. It is a measure of the amount of time it takes to fill a shelf with a particular product. This measure is used to help determine the optimal inventory levels for a given product. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The shelf-fill length can be used to help determine the optimal inventory levels for a given product. This is done by taking into account the shelf-fill length, as well as other factors such as demand forecasts, lead times, and safety stock levels. By taking all of these factors into account, an optimal inventory level can be determined that will ensure that shelves are filled in a timely manner. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When determining the shelf-fill length for a given product, it is important to take into account any seasonal fluctuations in demand. This will help ensure that the shelf-fill length is accurate and that shelves are filled in a timely manner. Additionally, it is important to consider any changes in lead times or safety stock levels when determining the shelf-fill length. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The shelf-fill length is just one factor that should be taken into account when determining optimal inventory levels. Other factors such as demand forecasts, lead times, and safety stock levels