The Manual Factor amount can be updated manually for cost control objects with a Manual Factor forecasting method.
When the Manual ETC forecasting method is selected, the background color of the Manual Factor column turns green.
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Navigate to Forecasts > Forecast.
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Click the Forecast tab.
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Type the Manual Factor for the cost control objects with Manual Factor forecast method.
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Click SAVE.
Manual Factor forecast method calculates the New EAC value using the formula:
[AC + ((BAC-EV)/Manual Factor)]. Where AC is actual cost, BAC is Budget at Completion value, and EV is earned value.