What is production order in SAP SRD-SCM-WME - SCM-Warehousing and Manufacturing Execution?

SAP Term: production order

• Component: SRD-SCM-WME

• Component Name: SCM-Warehousing and Manufacturing Execution

• Description: An authorization from the production department to produce a specific quantity of material within a predefined time. The production order contains all the information required for the execution of the production process.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A production order is a document used in SAP to plan and manage the production of a material. It contains all the necessary information for the production process, such as the material to be produced, the quantity to be produced, and the resources required. It also contains information about the cost of production and any other relevant data. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Production orders are created in SAP using the Production Order Creation (POC) transaction. This transaction allows users to enter all the necessary information for the production process, such as the material to be produced, the quantity to be produced, and the resources required. Once all the information is entered, the production order is saved and can be used for further processing. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a production order, it is important to ensure that all necessary information is entered correctly. This includes entering accurate data about the material to be produced, the quantity to be produced, and any other relevant data. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all resources required for production are available before creating a production order. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The SAP Production Order Management (POM) module provides additional functionality for managing production orders. This module allows users to monitor and control production orders, as well as track their progress. Additionally, it provides tools for analyzing production costs and optimizing production processes.