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Set up a minimum/maximum key [AX 2012]
Updated: August 29, 2011
Applies To: Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R2, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Feature Pack, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012
Use this procedure to create and set up a minimum or maximum key.
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Click Master planning > Setup > Coverage > Minimum/maximum keys.
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Click New or press Ctrl+N to create a new minimum/maximum key.
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Enter an identifier and name for the key.
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On the Periods FastTab, enter the following information:
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Define the periods during which you want the key to be used.
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Specify the factor that you want to apply to the key for each period.
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Specify the starting date and ending date, or the validity dates, for each period.
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Example
You want to set up a minimum key that accounts for increased seasonal demand during the spring and summer months.
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Create 12 lines, and number the lines from 1 to 12 in the Change field.
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In the Unit field, select Months.
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In the Factor field, enter the values that are described in the following table.
Line
Enter this value
Result
1–3
1
Minimum inventory is based on the setting for January through March in the Item coverage form.
4–5
2
Minimum inventory is multiplied by a factor of 2 for April and May.
6–8
2.5
Minimum inventory is multiplied by a factor of 2.5 for June through August.
9–12
1
Minimum inventory reverts to the setting for September through December in the Item coverage form.
