What is span of control in SAP (SRD-HR-PAD - HCM-Personnel Administration)?

SAP Term: span of control

• Component: SRD-HR-PAD

• Component Name: HCM-Personnel Administration

• Description: The number of employees that report to one person.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Span of control is a term used in SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) Personnel Administration to refer to the number of subordinates that a manager is responsible for. It is used to determine the organizational structure of a company and the reporting relationships between managers and their subordinates. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP HCM Personnel Administration, span of control can be set up by assigning a manager to each subordinate. This will create a hierarchical structure in which the manager is responsible for the performance and development of their subordinates. The span of control can also be used to determine the number of levels in the organizational structure, as well as the reporting relationships between managers and their subordinates. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up span of control in SAP HCM Personnel Administration, it is important to consider the size and complexity of the organization. A larger organization may require more levels in its organizational structure, while a smaller organization may only need one or two levels. Additionally, it is important to consider the reporting relationships between managers and their subordinates, as this will affect how information is communicated within the organization. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up span of control in SAP HCM Personnel Administration, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to set up span of control in SAP HCM Personnel Administration.