What is screen variant in SAP BC-DWB-CEX - Customer Enhancements?

SAP Term: screen variant

• Component: BC-DWB-CEX

• Component Name: Customer Enhancements

• Description: A tool to personalize applications. Screens can be simplified by: Preassigning values to fields Hiding and changing the ready-for-input status of fields Hiding and changing the properties of table control columns A screen variant contains field values and properties for a single screen. You can assign screen variants to transaction variants.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Screen variants are a feature of the BC-DWB-CEX Customer Enhancements component of SAP software. They allow users to customize the look and feel of their SAP screens, including the layout, field order, and field attributes. This allows users to tailor their screens to their individual needs and preferences. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Screen variants can be created by selecting the “Create Screen Variant” option from the menu bar. This will open a dialog box where users can select the fields they want to include in their variant, as well as the order in which they should appear. Once the variant is saved, it can be applied to any screen in SAP. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a screen variant, it is important to consider how it will be used. For example, if the variant is intended for data entry, it may be beneficial to include fields that are frequently used together in order to reduce the amount of time spent navigating between screens. Additionally, users should consider using field attributes such as “required” or “hidden” in order to ensure that data is entered correctly and securely. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on screen variants, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP support team. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create and use screen variants.