Set a Project Target Finish Date

Use this procedure to set a project target finish date using the Status tab of the Project Properties dialog box.

To set a project target finish date:

1. Take one of the following actions:
   • In the Projects folder of Open Plan Explorer, right-click a project and then click Properties on the shortcut menu.
   • In the Project Views folder in Open Plan Explorer, display a project in any view and then click Properties in the Dialogs menu group of the Processes tab.
2. In the Project Properties dialog box, click the Status tab.
3. From the Finish Type drop-down list, select from the following target types:
   • None: To remove a previously set target finish date, select this option.
   • Not Earlier Than: Do not schedule the project finish earlier than this target date. This target type affects only early finish dates.
   • Not Later Than: Do not schedule the project finish later than this target date. This target type affects only late finish dates. This is the default setting for target finish dates.
   • On Target: This target combines the effects of the Not Earlier Than and the Not Later Than target dates and affects both early and late finish dates.
4. In the Target Finish field, enter a date for the target finish of the project.
   This field is enabled when you select a Finish Type other than None.
   Clicking the ellipsis button at the right edge of the Target Finish field displays a calendar that you can use to quickly enter the date.
5. When the information is complete, click OK.

Related Topic

• Status Tab of the Project Properties Dialog Box

Related Procedures

• Enter Project Summary Information
• Set Project Preferences
• Review Project Status
• Set Time Now
• Enter a Project Start Date
• Set a Project's Priority
• Set a Target Cost for the Project
• Attach a Note to a Project