What is execution time in SAP PA - Personnel Management?

SAP Term: execution time

• Component: PA

• Component Name: Personnel Management

• Description: Duration of time from start to finish of a process, self-service, or EIC process. &EXAMPLE& For a process, the execution time starts when the user initiates the process with the start application. The execution time ends when the process receives the status "Completed" or "Withdrawn".

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• Key Concepts: 
  Execution time in SAP Personnel Management (PA) is the time period during which a personnel action is valid. It is the period of time between when a personnel action is created and when it is completed. This includes the time it takes for the personnel action to be approved, processed, and implemented. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Execution time can be used to track the progress of personnel actions. It can also be used to ensure that personnel actions are completed within a certain timeframe. For example, if a personnel action needs to be completed within a certain number of days, the execution time can be used to track how long it takes for the action to be completed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep track of execution time in order to ensure that personnel actions are completed in a timely manner. Additionally, it can be helpful to set up reminders or notifications for when personnel actions are approaching their execution time limit. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Execution time is related to other concepts such as approval process and workflow. Approval process refers to the process of approving personnel actions before they are implemented, while workflow refers to the sequence of steps that must be taken in order for a personnel action to be completed.