What is 'delivery schedule split' in SAP SD - Sales and Distribution?

delivery schedule split - Overview

• Component: SD

• Component Name: Sales and Distribution

• Description: Forecast delivery schedule data is normally transmitted for weekly or monthly periods. In the delivery schedule split, the supplier splits the forecast schedule lines into planning delivery schedule lines for use in planning and in shipping. So the delivery schedule split is a function that triggers the creation of a planning delivery schedule. Using the delivery schedule splitting rule, quantities and dates can be converted for transfer to planning and, for example, split up. When planning delivery schedules are created, then these quantities and dates are relevant to planning.

delivery schedule split - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Delivery schedule split is a feature in SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) that allows users to divide a delivery schedule into multiple parts. This feature is useful when a customer requires multiple deliveries of the same material, or when a customer requires different delivery dates for different materials. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the delivery schedule split feature, users must first create a sales order. Then, they can select the “Delivery Schedule Split” option from the menu. This will open a window where users can enter the desired delivery dates and quantities for each part of the delivery schedule. Once all of the information has been entered, users can save the changes and the delivery schedule will be split accordingly. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the delivery schedule split feature, it is important to remember that each part of the delivery schedule must have its own unique delivery date. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all of the quantities entered are correct before saving the changes. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about using the delivery schedule split feature in SAP SD, please refer to SAP Help documentation or contact your local SAP support team.