What is receipt days of supply in SAP SRD-SCM-SCP - SCM-Supply Chain Planning and Control?

SAP Term: receipt days of supply

• Component: SRD-SCM-SCP

• Component Name: SCM-Supply Chain Planning and Control

• Description: A figure showing how many days stock is available taking into account the current stock on hand, the actual demand, and the actual supply. Receipt days of supply is calculated back from the day when the aggregated demand exceeds the sum of current stock on hand and current supply.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Receipt Days of Supply (RDS) is a metric used in SAP Supply Chain Planning and Control (SCM-SCP) to measure the amount of inventory that is expected to be received within a certain period of time. It is calculated by dividing the total number of days in the period by the total number of receipts expected during that period. 
  
  How to use it: 
  RDS can be used to help plan and manage inventory levels. It can be used to determine how much inventory should be ordered and when it should be ordered, as well as how much inventory should be kept on hand. It can also be used to identify potential supply chain issues, such as delays in receiving orders or unexpected spikes in demand. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating RDS, it is important to consider factors such as lead times, seasonal fluctuations, and other external factors that may affect the supply chain. Additionally, it is important to keep track of changes in RDS over time, as this can help identify potential issues before they become a problem. 
  
  Related Information: 
  RDS is closely related to other metrics such as Days of Supply (DOS) and Inventory Turnover Rate (ITR). DOS measures the amount of inventory on hand at any given time, while ITR measures how quickly inventory is being sold or used. Understanding these metrics can help provide a more comprehensive view of the supply chain.