What is confirmed projected stock in SAP SCM-ICH-IMO - Inventory Monitor?

SAP Term: confirmed projected stock

• Component: SCM-ICH-IMO

• Component Name: Inventory Monitor

• Description: Key figure that provides information about the demand/stock balance of a product in a period. The confirmed projected stock of a product is the stock that the supplier has confirmed using an ATP check and expects to be available at the customer location at the end of a period. Using this key figure, customer and supplier identify how the demand/stock balance of a product develops over time and whether there are critical situations.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Confirmed projected stock is a term used in the SAP SCM-ICH-IMO Inventory Monitor component. It is the total amount of stock that is expected to be available for a certain product or material at a certain point in time. This includes both the actual stock on hand and the projected stock that is expected to arrive in the future. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The confirmed projected stock can be used to plan and manage inventory levels. It can help to identify potential shortages or overstocks, and can be used to adjust production and purchasing plans accordingly. The confirmed projected stock can also be used to monitor supplier performance, as it provides an indication of how well suppliers are meeting their delivery commitments. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the confirmed projected stock is kept up-to-date, as this will ensure that accurate inventory levels are maintained. It is also important to consider any potential delays or changes in supplier delivery times when calculating the confirmed projected stock. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The confirmed projected stock is closely related to other inventory management concepts such as safety stock, reorder points, and lead times. Understanding these concepts can help to ensure that inventory levels are managed effectively.