What is 'cross-reference' in SAP BC-DOC - Documentation and Translation Tools?

cross-reference - Overview

• Component: BC-DOC

• Component Name: Documentation and Translation Tools

• Description: A pointer field or record used in a data collection to direct the user to another related location.

cross-reference - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Cross-references are links between different documents or objects in SAP. They allow users to quickly access related information without having to search for it manually. Cross-references can be used to link documents, objects, and even external sources such as websites.
  
  How to use it: 
  Cross-references can be created in SAP by using the BC-DOC Documentation and Translation Tools. To create a cross-reference, select the object or document you want to link from, then select the object or document you want to link to. Once the link is created, users can click on the cross-reference to quickly access the related information.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating cross-references, it is important to make sure that the objects or documents you are linking are related. This will ensure that users can quickly access the information they need without having to search for it manually. Additionally, it is important to make sure that the links are up-to-date and accurate.
  
  Related Information: 
  Cross-references can also be used to link external sources such as websites. This allows users to quickly access additional information that may not be available in SAP. Additionally, cross-references can be used to link objects or documents within SAP that are related but not necessarily connected in any other way.