What is fixing operation in SAP SCM-IBP-RM - Response?

SAP Term: fixing operation

• Component: SCM-IBP-RM

• Component Name: Response

• Description: An action that is performed on an order to change its fixing status, which determines whether or not it can be overwritten by a planning run. You can fix an unfixed order or unfix a fixed order.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A fixing operation is a type of supply chain optimization process used in SAP's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) for Response and Supply (RM) module. It is used to determine the optimal production and inventory levels for a given set of supply chain constraints. The goal of a fixing operation is to minimize the total cost of production and inventory while meeting customer demand. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The fixing operation is used to determine the optimal production and inventory levels for a given set of supply chain constraints. It takes into account factors such as customer demand, production costs, inventory costs, and lead times. The output of the fixing operation is a set of recommended production and inventory levels that will minimize the total cost of production and inventory while meeting customer demand. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When running a fixing operation, it is important to consider all relevant supply chain constraints. This includes factors such as customer demand, production costs, inventory costs, and lead times. Additionally, it is important to consider any external factors that may affect the supply chain, such as changes in market conditions or supplier availability. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The fixing operation is part of SAP's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) for Response and Supply (RM) module. It is used in conjunction with other optimization processes such as the planning run and the optimization run. Additionally, it can be used in conjunction with other SAP modules such as Advanced Planning & Optimization (APO) and Supply Network Collaboration (SNC).