What is 'settlement date' in SAP SRD-FIN-MOP - FIN-Payment Management?

settlement date - Overview

• Component: SRD-FIN-MOP

• Component Name: FIN-Payment Management

• Description: The date when a financial transaction is completed, or an account balance is paid off.

settlement date - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Settlement date is a term used in SAP's SRD-FIN-MOP FIN-Payment Management component. It is the date on which a payment is due to be made or received. This date is usually determined by the terms of the contract between the two parties involved in the transaction. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP, settlement date is used to determine when a payment should be made or received. This date can be set manually or automatically based on the terms of the contract. The settlement date can also be used to track payments and ensure that they are made on time. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting a settlement date, it is important to consider any holidays or weekends that may affect the payment schedule. It is also important to ensure that all parties involved in the transaction are aware of the settlement date and agree to it. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Settlement date is closely related to payment terms, which are used to determine when payments should be made or received. Payment terms can also be used to determine how much interest should be charged for late payments.