What is backward scheduling in SAP SRD-PRO - PRO-Projects?

SAP Term: backward scheduling

• Component: SRD-PRO

• Component Name: PRO-Projects

• Description: A process for determining the latest possible start date and latest possible finish date of project tasks within a project using the fixed finish date of the project and durations of the project tasks and taking time constraints and dependencies into account.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Backward scheduling is a feature of the SRD-PRO PRO-Projects component of SAP software. It is a scheduling technique that works in reverse, starting from the end date of a project and working backwards to determine the start date and other milestones. This allows for more accurate planning and better resource utilization. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use backward scheduling in SRD-PRO PRO-Projects, you must first define the end date of the project. Then, you can enter the duration of each task and the dependencies between tasks. The software will then calculate the start date for each task based on the end date and the duration of each task. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using backward scheduling, it is important to ensure that all tasks are properly defined and that all dependencies are accounted for. This will help ensure that the project timeline is accurate and that resources are used efficiently. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Backward scheduling is just one of many features available in SRD-PRO PRO-Projects. Other features include resource management, cost tracking, and reporting. For more information about SRD-PRO PRO-Projects, please visit SAP's website.