What is scheduling in SAP PS - Project System?

SAP Term: scheduling

• Component: PS

• Component Name: Project System

• Description: The calculation of the start and finish dates of orders or operations in an order. Scheduling is used in: Material requirements planning: In-house production times and delivery times specified in the material master record are taken into account. Capacity planning: Scheduling is done using routings. There is a distinction between lead time scheduling, in which capacity loads are not taken into account, and finite scheduling, in which capacity loads are taken into account. Networks: Scheduling calculates the earliest and latest dates for the execution of the activities, capacity requirements, and floats. The scheduling types include: Forward scheduling: scheduling starting from the start date Backward scheduling: scheduling starting from the finish date Scheduling to current date: scheduling starting from the current date Today scheduling: rescheduling of an order if the start date is in the past

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• Key Concepts: 
  Scheduling in SAP Project System (PS) is the process of planning and organizing the activities and resources needed to complete a project. It involves creating a timeline for the project, assigning tasks to team members, and monitoring progress. Scheduling also helps to identify potential risks and conflicts that may arise during the project. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP PS, scheduling is done using the Project Builder tool. This tool allows users to create a timeline for the project, assign tasks to team members, and monitor progress. The Project Builder also provides tools for analyzing potential risks and conflicts that may arise during the project. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When scheduling a project in SAP PS, it is important to consider the resources available and the timeline of the project. It is also important to consider any potential risks or conflicts that may arise during the project. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on scheduling in SAP PS, please refer to the official SAP documentation: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/PROJECT_SYSTEM/731/en-US