What is basic date in SAP PP - Production Planning and Control?

SAP Term: basic date

• Component: PP

• Component Name: Production Planning and Control

• Description: The opening date, the planned start date, and the planned finish date for procurement proposals. They are calculated in material requirements planning.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Basic date is a term used in SAP Production Planning and Control (PP) to refer to the date when a production order is created. This date is used to determine the start and end dates of the production order, as well as the planned delivery date. It is also used to calculate the lead time for the production order. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The basic date can be set when creating a production order in SAP PP. It can also be changed at any time during the production process. The basic date should be set to the earliest possible date that the production order can be completed, as this will ensure that the planned delivery date is accurate. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting the basic date for a production order, it is important to consider any external factors that may affect the completion of the order. For example, if there are any delays in obtaining materials or components, this should be taken into account when setting the basic date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The basic date is closely related to other terms used in SAP PP, such as planned delivery date and lead time. It is important to understand how these terms are related in order to accurately plan and manage production orders.