SAP PP

SAP PP (Production Planning) is a module in the SAP ERP (Enterprise Resource

Planning) system that helps companies to plan, manage and control their
manufacturing processes. It provides a set of tools that enable users to plan and
manage production orders, resources, and materials.

SAP PP supports the entire production process, from planning and scheduling
to execution and monitoring. Some of the key features of SAP PP include:

1. Capacity planning: SAP PP enables users to plan and manage production

capacity by taking into account various factors such as machine capacity,
labor availability, and material availability.
2. Material requirements planning: SAP PP supports material requirements
planning, which helps users to determine the materials required for
production and the quantities needed.
3. Production scheduling: SAP PP provides scheduling capabilities that
enable users to schedule production operations based on resource
availability, lead times, and other constraints.
4. Production order management: SAP PP enables users to create, manage
and track production orders, from the release of the order to the
completion of the production process.
5. Shop floor control: SAP PP provides tools for monitoring and controlling
production activities on the shop floor, such as tracking production
progress and managing quality control.

Overall, SAP PP is a comprehensive module that supports all aspects of the

production process, from planning and scheduling to execution and monitoring.
It helps companies to optimize their production processes, reduce costs, and
improve efficiency.