Which step in the manufacturing order workflow produces MO Status 20, Op Status 40, and Mtrl status 33?

• A. RELEASED MO
• B. COMPLETED MO
• C. PLANNED MO
• D. INITIATED MO

Answer: (A)

In the context of the manufacturing order workflow within Infor M3, the production of MO Status 20, Op Status 40, and Mtrl Status 33 corresponds to the specific point in the manufacturing process where the manufacturing order has been officially released for production. At this stage, the order is acknowledged as valid and is ready for further operational steps.

When a manufacturing order reaches MO Status 20, it indicates that the order is now in a state of execution. The associated Op Status 40 signifies that the operations linked to this order have been authorized and are set to be actively worked on. Mtrl Status 33 indicates that materials required for this order have been reserved or committed, ensuring that the necessary resources are available for production.

This step is critical in manufacturing as it transitions the order from planning into execution, ensuring that all preparations are finalized, and all systems are confirmed ready to proceed with manufacturing. This enhances the overall efficiency and organization of the production process. Other statuses would reflect earlier or later stages in the workflow, making this the appropriate step for producing the indicated statuses.