Planning Mode indicator in Control Parameters

[former_member1198365]

Hi gurus,

I'm finding it difficult to understand the below statement and wanted to know what exactly is a 'non-fixed procurement proposal' and why would MRP propose a non-fixed quanity? Would be good if you could give me some example scenarios please. Thank you.

"This planning mode indicator specifies how non-fixed procurement proposals from the last planning run are handled in the next planning run. Fixed procurement proposals remain unchanged".

[Dominik_Tylczynski]

Hello nickysmith_480

A "non-fixed procurement proposal" is a procurement proposal i.e. planned order or purchase requisition that is not fixed or firmed. Fixed procurement proposals are indicated with a * next to their numbers in stock/requirements lists. Firming occurs when a procurement proposal is changed manually or if it is within production planning time fence and if MRP type with firming type (P1 - P4 MRP types in standard configuration) is used:

I guess your question is about MRP planning mode field:

Consider the following resources on the details of the planning mode:

• Blog: MRP execution parameters
• Note 206666 - MRP: Control parameters during planning
• Note 78867 - Planning mode in MRP / Which planning mode should be used?
• Note 2752186 - Differences between Processing Key and Planning Mode on MRP Run
• Note 135788 - Planning mode in material requirements planning: MRP deletes and creates an extremely ...

Best regards

Dominik Tylczynski