What is Physical Markup Language in SAP AIE - Auto-ID Enterprise?

SAP Term: Physical Markup Language

• Component: AIE

• Component Name: Auto-ID Enterprise

• Description: An XML language that provides a standard vocabulary to represent and distribute information about Auto-ID enabled objects. The goal of this recommendation from the Auto-ID Center now EPCglobal is to standardize the interface between observers of Auto-ID enabled objects such as device controllers and RFID readers and other information systems such as Auto-ID infrastructure.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Physical Markup Language (PML) is a language used by SAP's AIE Auto-ID Enterprise (AIE) to define physical objects and their properties. It is used to create a digital representation of physical objects, such as products, containers, and pallets. PML is based on the XML standard and is designed to be easily integrated with other SAP applications. 
  
  How to use it: 
  PML can be used to create a digital representation of physical objects in SAP AIE. This representation can then be used to track the movement of physical objects within the system. For example, PML can be used to track the movement of products from the warehouse to the customer. Additionally, PML can be used to store information about the physical object, such as its size, weight, and other properties. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using PML in SAP AIE, it is important to ensure that all of the data is accurate and up-to-date. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all of the data is properly formatted according to the XML standard. This will ensure that the data can be easily integrated with other SAP applications. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about PML and how it can be used in SAP AIE, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are several online resources available that provide tutorials and tips for using PML in SAP AIE.