What is 'starting point' in SAP PUR-PRP - Procurement Planning?

starting point - Overview

• Component: PUR-PRP

• Component Name: Procurement Planning

• Description: Date on which the production start is scheduled. This date is used for automatic backward calculation of the relevant project milestones, thus creating a schedule that guarantees the availability of all required materials in time for the start of production.

starting point - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Starting point in SAP PUR-PRP Procurement Planning is a feature that allows users to define the criteria for the procurement process. This criteria includes the type of goods or services to be procured, the quantity, and the delivery date. The starting point also allows users to set up a budget for the procurement process. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the starting point feature in SAP PUR-PRP Procurement Planning, users must first define the criteria for the procurement process. This includes selecting the type of goods or services to be procured, setting a budget, and specifying a delivery date. Once these criteria have been set, users can then create a procurement plan based on these criteria. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a starting point in SAP PUR-PRP Procurement Planning, it is important to ensure that all criteria are accurately defined. This will help ensure that the procurement process runs smoothly and efficiently. Additionally, it is important to review and adjust the criteria as needed throughout the procurement process. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the starting point feature in SAP PUR-PRP Procurement Planning, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use this feature.