9. Interface Definitions

ERP → MES

InterfaceDescription
Production OrdersOrders released for execution
FormulationsBOM / batching targets
Material MasterRaw material data
Warehouse LocationsInventory locations

MES → ERP

InterfaceDescription
Production CompletionFinished production confirmation
Material ConsumptionActual raw material usage
Production EventsStart/end timestamps

Automation → MES

InterfaceDescription
Machine StateRunning / Idle / Alarm
Batch StartStart of batching process
Batch CompletionBatch finished
Weighing ResultsMeasured material weights

MES → Automation

InterfaceDescription
Batch CommandsStart / stop / pause
Batch ParametersTarget weights
Process ConfigurationBatch configuration