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What is 'period offset' in SAP SCM-IBP - Integrated Business Planning?


period offset - Overview

  • Component: SCM-IBP

  • Component Name: Integrated Business Planning

  • Description: A time setting that can be used to shift a planning period by a defined time period. For example, -1 means the current period starts from the previous period of the lowest time profile level. This means, if, for example, the lowest time profile is month, the planning period starts from the previous month.


period offset - Details


  • Key Concepts: Period offset is a feature in SAP SCM-IBP Integrated Business Planning that allows users to adjust the start and end dates of a planning period. This feature is useful for creating plans that span multiple months or years, as it allows users to easily adjust the start and end dates of the planning period.
    How to use it: To use the period offset feature, users must first select the planning period they wish to adjust. Then, they can enter the desired start and end dates for the period. Once the dates have been entered, users can click “Apply” to save the changes.
    Tips & Tricks: When using the period offset feature, it is important to remember that any changes made will only apply to the current planning period. If users wish to make changes that will apply to multiple planning periods, they must make the changes for each period individually.
    Related Information: For more information on using the period offset feature in SAP SCM-IBP Integrated Business Planning, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on the topic.

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