What is resource in SAP SCM-IBP-PLA - Planning Framework?

SAP Term: resource

• Component: SCM-IBP-PLA

• Component Name: Planning Framework

• Description: A machine, person, facility, warehouse, means of transportation, or other asset with a limited capacity that fulfills a particular function in the supply chain.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Resource in the context of the SCM-IBP-PLA Planning Framework is a type of input that is used to plan and execute activities. It can be a physical resource such as a machine, a person, or a material, or it can be an intangible resource such as time or money. Resources are used to define the capacity of activities and to determine the cost associated with them. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use resources in the SCM-IBP-PLA Planning Framework, they must first be defined in the system. This includes specifying the type of resource, its capacity, and its cost. Once defined, resources can be assigned to activities in order to plan and execute them. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining resources in the SCM-IBP-PLA Planning Framework, it is important to consider how they will be used in order to ensure that they are properly configured. For example, if a resource is being used for a specific activity, it should be configured with the appropriate capacity and cost for that activity. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The SCM-IBP-PLA Planning Framework also allows for the definition of resource groups, which are collections of resources that can be used together for planning and execution purposes. Resource groups can be used to simplify the process of assigning resources to activities.