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

SAP Term: scheduled start date

• Component: PP

• Component Name: Production Planning and Control

• Description: The planned start date of an order without the float before production.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Scheduled start date is a term used in SAP Production Planning and Control (PP). It is the date on which a production order is planned to begin. This date is determined by the production planner and is used to plan the production process. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The scheduled start date is used to plan the production process. It is used to determine when the production order should begin and when it should be completed. The scheduled start date can be changed at any time, depending on the needs of the production process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting the scheduled start date, it is important to consider the availability of resources, such as materials and personnel. It is also important to consider any external factors that may affect the production process, such as customer demand or supplier delivery times. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The scheduled start date is related to other terms in SAP Production Planning and Control, such as planned finish date, actual start date, and actual finish date. These terms are used to track the progress of a production order and ensure that it is completed on time.