What is execution control object in SAP LE-TRM - Task & Resource Management?

SAP Term: execution control object

• Component: LE-TRM

• Component Name: Task & Resource Management

• Description: An entity used for controlling the execution of tasks in predefined zones of a site. ECOs are defined to limit the number of constraint objects, such as resources or tasks, subscribed to a zone at any one time. You can define two types of ECOs: Static - An ECO whereby the allowed quantities of the constraint object do not change over time Dynamic - An ECO whereby the allowed quantities of the constraint object change over time &EXAMPLE& You define a static ECO as a zone in which the number of resources working at any one time is constrained. Since the zone has a fixed capacity which does not change over time, the allowed numbers of resources within the zone also do not change. You define a dynamic ECO as a zone for which you select tasks as a constraint type. The system determines the number of available tasks by comparing the total number of tasks that begin in the zone, with the number of these tasks subscribed to resources. The number of available tasks changes over time

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• Key Concepts: 
  Execution Control Object (ECO) is a feature of SAP LE-TRM Task & Resource Management that allows users to define and control the execution of tasks. It is used to define the sequence of tasks, the resources required for each task, and the conditions under which each task should be executed. ECOs can be used to automate processes, such as scheduling tasks, assigning resources, and monitoring progress.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use an ECO, users must first create an ECO template. This template defines the sequence of tasks, the resources required for each task, and the conditions under which each task should be executed. Once the template is created, users can then create an ECO instance from the template. This instance will contain all of the information from the template, but can be customized for specific tasks or projects. Finally, users can execute the ECO instance to initiate the tasks defined in it.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an ECO template, it is important to consider how it will be used in different scenarios. For example, if a task requires multiple resources, consider creating a separate ECO template for each resource type. This will make it easier to customize each instance of the ECO for specific tasks or projects. Additionally, consider creating multiple versions of an ECO template with different levels of complexity. This will allow users to choose the version that best fits their needs.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using Execution Control Objects in SAP LE-TRM Task & Resource Management, please refer to SAP Help Portal documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_LE_TRM/latest/en-US/f8d7f9a2b3e14c8a9f3d7c2b6f5e4d1a.html