What is Production Control in SAP SRD-SCM-WME - SCM-Warehousing and Manufacturing Execution?

SAP Term: Production Control

• Component: SRD-SCM-WME

• Component Name: SCM-Warehousing and Manufacturing Execution

• Description: A work center where you can manage the manufacturing process. You can create, release, schedule, change, and monitor production orders. If you work with requests from a planning department, you can manually create production orders. The system can also create production orders automatically.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Production Control is a component of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. It is used to manage the production process, from planning and scheduling to execution and monitoring. It helps to ensure that production runs smoothly and efficiently, while also providing visibility into the entire process. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Production Control can be used to plan and schedule production activities, such as material requirements planning (MRP), capacity planning, and resource scheduling. It can also be used to monitor production progress, track inventory levels, and analyze production performance. Additionally, it can be used to generate reports and analyze data for better decision-making. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using Production Control, it is important to ensure that all data is accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that the system is running efficiently and that decisions are based on accurate information. Additionally, it is important to regularly review reports and analyze data in order to identify areas for improvement. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Production Control is part of SAP's SCM module, which also includes modules such as Warehouse Management (WM), Transportation Management (TM), and Event Management (EM). Additionally, Production Control can be integrated with other SAP modules such as Materials Management (MM) and Plant Maintenance (PM).