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How to Eliminate Duplicate Line Reporting
Many businesses encounter the problem of duplicate line reporting in Ad Hoc or SAP Query. Our HR Expert explains why this occurs and how it relates to the date parameter setting. She then provides three different methods to achieve single-line reporting. Key Concept Dear HR Expert, I have read a lot of the documentation in...…
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Move Beyond “Drag and Drop” with the OM Maintenance Expert Mode
In the second of a two-part series about viewing and maintaining Organizational Management (OM) structures in SAP HR, the author covers the Expert mode of maintenance. Using screenprints, he explains the Expert mode’s functionality as well as its benefits and drawbacks. The following is the second of a two-part series on viewing and maintaining Organizational...…
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Speed Up Your Regular Payroll Run with Process Models
While many companies use SAP process models after the completion of their payroll run, few realize that using process models during the regular payroll process can greatly increase efficiency. The author suggests tips and tricks that will enable your company to make the most out of process models. SAP’s R/3 Payroll consists of a dynamic...…
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Use Your CATS Screens for Shift Information
When tracking target hours using the Cross-Application Time Sheet system (CATS), it is impossible to know whether an employee worked a day, evening, night, or holiday shift. This information can be a vital part of determining overtime pay or shift bonuses. The author shares a convention he developed to display shift information by enabling a...…
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Workflow-Enable Your Performance Management
The Objective Setting and Appraisals function in mySAP HR offers a workflow-enabled performance feedback process. The authors present a comprehensive, five-step example that will allow you to optimize the performance feedback process in your company. With the Objective Setting and Appraisals function, mySAP ERP supports users in implementing a workflow-enabled performance feedback process. In the...…
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Calculating Dates with Replacement Variables
This article provides useful information about how to perform calculations with date characteristics that are not defined as key figures. The author’s technique can produce a report that shows the elapsed time between events – i.e., when a sales document is created and when it is billed. He walks you through six easy steps that...…
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OLAP Cache: Does It Have to Be Configured?
One of the differences between the BW 2.0 system and versions 3.0B and above is the way that OLAP queries are cached. The author explains the added features and global cache of newer versions of BW. He describes the cache configuration settings of BW version 3.x and their impact on system performance. The OLAP (online...…
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Data Modeling with Time-Dependent Master Data
Depending on the setup of your system, new master data can overwrite your old data when it is loaded. However, you can view data from a certain point in time with time-dependent master data. The author debates the benefits and drawbacks of adding time dependency to your data model. The need for time-dependent master...…
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Fully Automate Your BW Load Processes with Standard Tools (and a Little Creativity)
Manual data loads, such as daily and monthly refreshes, can impede your BW team and increase the risk for human error. Fortunately, data load automation is an attainable goal. The author demonstrates how to automate your load processes using examples, InfoPackages, and custom code. Many BW teams overlook their systems’ ability to completely automate...…
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Assess SAPConsole Mobile Computing Benefits in Your Distribution Operations with a Performance Audit
Real-time data collection undoubtedly modernizes your business, but is a mobile computing implementation really worth it? One way to answer this question is with a performance audit that assesses the strengths and weaknesses of your business in terms of data collection efficiency. The author provides an in-depth look at the performance audit process, including who...…
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