What is source object in SAP (CA-DDF - Demand Data Foundation)?

SAP Term: source object

• Component: CA-DDF

• Component Name: Demand Data Foundation

• Description: A master data object that contains all the attributes of an object that are uploaded to data harmonization. Data harmonization harmonizes similar source objects that refer to the same 'real' object into one harmonized object that can be used for analytics and reporting. Examples are source product and source location.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Source object is a term used in the SAP Demand Data Foundation (CA-DDF) component. It is an object that contains the source data for a demand forecast. This source data can be from a variety of sources, such as historical sales data, customer orders, or external market data. The source object is used to create a demand forecast that can be used to make decisions about inventory and production planning.
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use the source object in SAP Demand Data Foundation, you must first create the source object. This can be done by selecting the “Create Source Object” option from the menu. Once the source object is created, you can then add the source data to it. This can be done by selecting the “Add Source Data” option from the menu. Once the source data has been added, you can then create a demand forecast based on this data.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a source object in SAP Demand Data Foundation, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary source data is included. This will ensure that the demand forecast created is accurate and reliable. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes made to the source object as these changes may affect the accuracy of the demand forecast.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using source objects in SAP Demand Data Foundation, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on using this component of SAP software.