What is actual activation date in SAP SRM-CM - SRM Category Management?

SAP Term: actual activation date

• Component: SRM-CM

• Component Name: SRM Category Management

• Description: The date when a program, initiative, methodolgy step, or task is activated. The actual activation date might be earlier or later than the estimated activation date.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Actual activation date is a term used in SAP SRM-CM Category Management. It is the date when a category plan is actually activated and made available for use. This date is important as it determines when the category plan will be available for use and when it will be considered valid. 
  
  How to Use It: 
  The actual activation date of a category plan can be set in the Category Planner. This can be done by selecting the “Activate” button in the Category Planner and then entering the desired date. Once the date is set, the category plan will be activated on that date and will be available for use. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the actual activation date of a category plan is set correctly. This will ensure that the category plan is available for use at the right time and that it is valid for use. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The actual activation date of a category plan can also be changed after it has been set. This can be done by selecting the “Change Activation Date” button in the Category Planner and then entering the desired new date.