What is 'allocated quantity' in SAP SRD-SCM-WME - SCM-Warehousing and Manufacturing Execution?

allocated quantity - Overview

• Component: SRD-SCM-WME

• Component Name: SCM-Warehousing and Manufacturing Execution

• Description: The number of components that have been designated for use in a specific production order.

allocated quantity - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Allocated quantity is a term used in SAP's SCM-Warehousing and Manufacturing Execution (SRD-SCM-WME) component. It is the amount of a material that has been assigned to a specific production order or process order. This quantity is then used to determine the amount of material that needs to be withdrawn from inventory for the production order or process order. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The allocated quantity is determined by the system based on the material requirements planning (MRP) run. The allocated quantity can be viewed in the production order or process order header, and can also be viewed in the material document. The allocated quantity can also be changed manually if needed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When changing the allocated quantity manually, it is important to ensure that the new quantity does not exceed the available stock in inventory. This will help to avoid any potential stock shortages or overstocks. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The allocated quantity is closely related to other terms such as planned quantity, confirmed quantity, and actual quantity. The planned quantity is the amount of material that is planned to be used for a production order or process order, while the confirmed quantity is the amount of material that has been confirmed for use in a production order or process order. The actual quantity is the amount of material that has actually been