How to use MDPV - Planning variant: Initial screen

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: MDPV

  Description: Planning variant: Initial screen

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

  Menu Path:

  • Logistics > Production > Production Planning > Demand Management > Master Data > Type Matching
  • Logistics > Production - Process > Production Planning > Demand Management > Master Data > Type Matching

• • Program: SAPLM60K

    Screen: 200

    Authorization Object:

  • Development Package: MDPB

    Package Description: Application development R/3 purchasing

    Parent Package: APPL

  • Module/Component: PP-MP-DEM

    Description: Demand Management

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• SAP Tcode: MDPV - Planning variant: Initial screen

  
  Overview:
  MDPV is a SAP transaction code used to access the Planning Variant Initial Screen. This screen is used to create and maintain planning variants for the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) and KANBAN (Kanban Controlling) functions. 
  
  Functionality: 
  The Planning Variant Initial Screen allows users to create and maintain planning variants for the MRP and KANBAN functions. It also allows users to define the parameters for the planning run, such as the selection criteria, scheduling parameters, and output control. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  1. Enter MDPV in the command field. 
  2. Select the appropriate planning variant from the list of available variants. 
  3. Enter the selection criteria for the planning run. 
  4. Enter the scheduling parameters for the planning run. 
  5. Enter the output control parameters for the planning run. 
  6. Save your changes and exit the screen. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is recommended that users familiarize themselves with all of the available options in the Planning Variant Initial Screen before creating or modifying a planning variant. Additionally, users should ensure that all of their changes are saved before exiting the screen to avoid any data loss or errors in their planning runs.