What is shift sequence in SAP (SCM-APO-CA - APO Cross-Application Components)?

SAP Term: shift sequence

• Component: SCM-APO-CA

• Component Name: APO Cross-Application Components

• Description: In a shift sequence, you define the daily shift order for as many consecutive days as you want. You use shift sequences to define the working times and the capacity in the capacity variants for a resource. To do this, you define in a capacity variant time intervals and: Assign each time interval a shift sequence Define which day of the shift sequence falls on the first day of the time interval The shift sequence repeats itself in cycles, for example, every 5 days for a 5-day shift sequence.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Shift sequence is a feature of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) Cross-Application Components. It is used to define the order in which activities are to be performed in a production process. It is used to determine the sequence of operations and the resources required for each operation. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Shift sequence can be used to define the order in which activities are to be performed in a production process. It can also be used to determine the resources required for each operation. The shift sequence can be defined by assigning a start time, end time, and duration for each activity. The shift sequence can also be used to define the order in which activities are to be performed in a production process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining a shift sequence, it is important to consider the resources available and the time required for each activity. It is also important to consider any constraints that may affect the order of activities, such as machine availability or material availability. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Shift sequence is related to other features of SAP APO Cross-Application Components, such as resource planning and capacity planning. It is also related to other features of SAP APO, such as demand planning and supply chain optimization.