What is explosion date in SAP SRD-SCM-WME - SCM-Warehousing and Manufacturing Execution?

SAP Term: explosion date

• Component: SRD-SCM-WME

• Component Name: SCM-Warehousing and Manufacturing Execution

• Description: The date which is used to associate a BoM with a production order. Once a start date has been scheduled for a production order, the system can identify the BoM that is scheduled to be active on that date.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Explosion date is a term used in SAP's SCM-Warehousing and Manufacturing Execution component. It is the date on which a material requirement planning (MRP) run is executed. The explosion date is used to determine the earliest possible delivery date for a material or product. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The explosion date is used to determine the earliest possible delivery date for a material or product. This date is calculated based on the availability of the material, the lead time of the production process, and any other factors that may affect the delivery date. The explosion date can be set manually or automatically by the system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep track of the explosion date in order to ensure that materials and products are delivered on time. It is also important to ensure that the explosion date is set correctly, as incorrect settings can lead to delays in delivery. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Explosion dates are closely related to other terms such as safety stock, reorder point, and lead time. Understanding these terms and how they interact with each other can help ensure that materials and products are delivered on time.