What is 'start date' in SAP LOD-SF-EC - Employee Central?

start date - Overview

• Component: LOD-SF-EC

• Component Name: Employee Central

• Description: The date that a process begins. For example, in Time Off, it is the first day of a scheduled or requested absence.

start date - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Start date is a field in the Employee Central module of SAP that stores the date an employee began working for a company. It is used to track the length of employment and to calculate benefits and other entitlements. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The start date field can be found in the employee profile in Employee Central. It is typically populated when an employee is first hired, but can be updated if the employee changes roles or takes a leave of absence. The start date can also be used to generate reports on employee tenure and other metrics. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering a start date, make sure to double-check the accuracy of the information. Incorrect start dates can lead to inaccurate calculations and reports. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The start date field is related to other fields such as end date, which stores the date an employee leaves a company, and hire date, which stores the date an offer was accepted. These fields are all used to track employee tenure and calculate benefits and entitlements.