What is start period in SAP MA-SMOPS - SmartOps?

SAP Term: start period

• Component: MA-SMOPS

• Component Name: SmartOps

• Description: The period from which calculation must begin for the selected scenario.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Start period is a term used in SAP MA-SMOPS SmartOps. It is the period of time when a production order is scheduled to begin. This period can be set manually or automatically by the system. The start period is used to determine when the production order should be started and when it should be completed. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The start period can be set manually by the user in the SAP system. To do this, go to the “Production Order” tab and select “Start Period” from the drop-down menu. Enter the desired start date and time for the production order. The system will then calculate the end date and time based on the start period. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to set the start period correctly in order to ensure that production orders are completed on time. If the start period is set too early, it may result in delays in production. If it is set too late, it may cause production orders to be completed late. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The start period is related to other terms such as end period, duration, and planned completion date. The end period is the period of time when a production order is scheduled to end, while duration is the amount of time between the start and end periods. The planned completion date is the date when a production order should be completed according to its schedule.