What is 'duration' in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

duration - Overview

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: The time required to perform an operation in a network, maintenance task list or maintenance order.

duration - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Duration is a term used in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) to refer to the length of time it takes to complete a task. It is typically measured in hours, days, or weeks. The duration of a task can be used to calculate the cost of the task, as well as the estimated completion date. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP PM, duration is used to calculate the cost of a task. To do this, the duration of the task must be entered into the system. This can be done by entering the start and end dates of the task, or by entering the number of hours, days, or weeks that it will take to complete the task. Once this information is entered, the system will calculate the cost of the task based on its duration. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering duration information into SAP PM, it is important to be as accurate as possible. This will ensure that the cost of the task is calculated correctly and that the estimated completion date is accurate. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes in duration that occur during the course of a task. This will help ensure that the cost and completion date are always up-to-date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Duration is just one of many terms used in SAP PM. Other terms include