What is 'actual demand' in SAP SRD-SCM-DP - SCM-Demand Planning?

actual demand - Overview

• Component: SRD-SCM-DP

• Component Name: SCM-Demand Planning

• Description: The measurable demand experienced by an enterprise. Actual demand consists of sales orders and dependent demand. Actual demand consumes the current forecast to provide an up-to-date picture of total demand for each period.

actual demand - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Actual demand is a term used in SAP Demand Planning (SRD-SCM-DP) to refer to the actual quantity of a product that has been sold or consumed. It is the actual demand that is used to calculate the forecast for future demand. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Actual demand can be used to compare the forecasted demand with the actual demand. This comparison can be used to identify any discrepancies between the two and make adjustments to the forecast accordingly. Additionally, actual demand can be used to identify trends in customer behavior and adjust the forecast accordingly. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using actual demand, it is important to ensure that all data is up-to-date and accurate. Additionally, it is important to consider any external factors that may affect the actual demand, such as changes in market conditions or customer preferences. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP Demand Planning, please refer to the SAP Help Portal (https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SRD_SCM_DP/). Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to use SAP Demand Planning effectively.