Hi
I am currently tasked with implementing,in SAP PM, capacity planning. Any infomation with regards to methodologies and KPI's to this effect would be most welcome. Also any functionalities that need to be configured or maintained in SAP would be helpful.
I can be contacted via e-mail at mohamed.ally@petrosa.co.za
Thanks

In terms of KPI's, the standard is covered given the appropriate configuration (Plan-vs-Actual,WC Productivity,Backlog MH,%BreakDown Work,%Overtime, etc.).
In terms of configuration it depends on the KPI's you pick (i.e. Plan-vs-Actual will require confirmation of GoodsIssue for Stock Material, the use of electronic Time Sheets and of course use of confirmation to log any other activites performed(bottom line:appropriate codification of activities, items, and damage codes will be required)).
In terms of functionalities you will be required to maintain revisions,work centers, and may even need personnel masters.
You may want to take a look to Stengl&Ematinger book on SAP R/3 PM Module.

Hope this help

Have you used capacity planning? Is it easy to use?

How do get the KPis mentioned ie Plan vs actual cost, WC productivity, backlog manhours, % breakdown, %overtime in SAP?

How long have you used timesheet? Any problems during its implementation?

Did you prepare codes for activties, items & damages by yourself or these are available from SAP or DIN standards?

TQ