In SAP, MRP stands for Material Requirements Planning.
???? Definition:
MRP is a planning tool used to ensure that materials (raw materials, components, and finished goods) are available for production and delivery to customers, while also maintaining the lowest possible inventory levels.
???? MRP in SAP is used to:
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Determine what materials are required
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Determine how much is required
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Determine when it is required
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Create procurement proposals (planned orders, purchase requisitions, etc.)
???? Key SAP Transactions for MRP:
Transaction | Description |
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MD01 |
Total Planning for all materials |
MD02 |
Single-item, multi-level planning |
MD04 |
Display stock/requirements list |
MD05 |
MRP list |
MD06 |
Collective Access of MRP list |
MD07 |
MRP for all materials in a plant |
???? MRP Types in SAP:
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MRP (PD) – Classic MRP with proposals based on net requirements
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Consumption-Based Planning – Based on past consumption (VB, V1, etc.)
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No planning (ND) – No MRP run for the material
???? MRP Run Output:
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Planned Orders (for in-house production)
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Purchase Requisitions (for external procurement)
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Schedule Lines (for scheduling agreements)
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Stock Transfer Requisitions (for moving stock between plants)