This new add-on to the disaggregation method is very beneficial as it gives the planner near real time changes in calculated key figures affected in the disaggregation. Furthermore, it simplifies the number of key figures used for disaggregation as well as copy operators needed to copy calculated key figures to stored values.
Using this new functionality, however, it is necessary to bear in mind that the key figure used for disaggregation cannot be an alert key figure, helper key figure or attribute key figure. Furthermore, it must be possible read the value of the key figure being disaggregated on the planning level of the key figure used for disaggregation.
Another aspect to consider is the performance of your planning view. This key figure replaces the need to run copy operators and makes the key figure changes more real time. However, this also impacts the performance and so it is advisable to use it only when necessary and to not make the calculations more complex than necessary, to avoid slower performance – when used for multiple key figures.
2. Improved functionality in the Manage Planning Notes application
Following the introduction of the Manage Planning Notes application in the previous release, SAP IBP 2205, SAP has now added two new functionalities. The first allows the user to edit the planning note in the Manage Planning Notes application, while the second enables searching for planning notes based on the time levels at which the planning note is entered.
As before, users add their desired planning notes in the EXCEL frontend.