What is 'operating hours' in SAP SRD-SCM-MD - SCM-Master Data?

operating hours - Overview

• Component: SRD-SCM-MD

• Component Name: SCM-Master Data

• Description: Defines the hours of operation of a site, location, or a resource. Operating hours could be, for example, 07:00 to 19:00 Monday to Friday.

operating hours - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Operating hours are a type of master data in SAP that define the working hours of a particular resource or activity. This data is used to plan and schedule activities, as well as to calculate the duration of activities. Operating hours are typically defined in terms of days, weeks, and months. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP, operating hours can be defined in the SCM-Master Data component. To do this, go to the “Define Operating Hours” screen and enter the start and end times for each day of the week. You can also define holidays and other exceptions. Once you have saved your changes, they will be applied to all activities that use this operating hour definition. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining operating hours, it is important to consider the time zone in which the resource or activity is located. This will ensure that all activities are scheduled correctly. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes you make to operating hours, as these changes may affect existing activities. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on how to define operating hours in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to set up operating hours in SAP.