What is start-to-start in SAP SRD-PRO-PMN - PRO-Project Management?

SAP Term: start-to-start

• Component: SRD-PRO-PMN

• Component Name: PRO-Project Management

• Description: A relationship in which the start date of the successor task depends on the start date of the predecessor task.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Start-to-start is a type of relationship between two activities in SAP SRD-PRO-PMN PRO-Project Management. It indicates that the start of one activity must occur before the start of the other activity. This type of relationship is also known as a “SS” relationship. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP SRD-PRO-PMN PRO-Project Management, start-to-start relationships can be used to define the order in which activities must be completed. For example, if Activity A must be completed before Activity B can begin, then a start-to-start relationship should be established between them. This will ensure that Activity A is completed before Activity B can begin. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When establishing start-to-start relationships in SAP SRD-PRO-PMN PRO-Project Management, it is important to consider the duration of each activity. If Activity A has a longer duration than Activity B, then it may be necessary to adjust the start date of Activity B so that it begins after Activity A has been completed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Start-to-start relationships are just one type of relationship that can be established in SAP SRD-PRO-PMN PRO-Project Management. Other types of relationships include finish-to-start, finish-to-finish, and start-to-finish. Each type of relationship has its own unique purpose and should be used accordingly.