What is firm in SAP SRD-SCM-SCP - SCM-Supply Chain Planning and Control?

SAP Term: firm

• Component: SRD-SCM-SCP

• Component Name: SCM-Supply Chain Planning and Control

• Description: To fix a planning proposal so that it is not included in the next planning run.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Firm is a term used in SAP Supply Chain Planning and Control (SCM-SCP) to refer to a planned order that has been confirmed and is ready for execution. It is the result of a planning run and is used to ensure that the supply chain is able to meet customer demand. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP SCM-SCP, firm orders are created when a planning run is executed. The system will then check the availability of materials and resources, and if they are available, the order will be marked as firm. This means that the order can be executed and the materials and resources can be allocated for it. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating firm orders in SAP SCM-SCP, it is important to ensure that all necessary materials and resources are available before confirming the order. This will help to ensure that the order can be executed without any delays or disruptions. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Firm orders are just one part of the overall supply chain planning process in SAP SCM-SCP. Other important components include demand planning, material requirements planning, and capacity planning. All of these components work together to ensure that customer demand can be met in an efficient and cost-effective manner.