What is consumer mapping in SAP BC-ESI - Enterprise Service Infrastructure?

SAP Term: consumer mapping

• Component: BC-ESI

• Component Name: Enterprise Service Infrastructure

• Description: A mapping used on the consumer side to allow communication with a provider that does not use the same interface, without having to change the source code of the consumer application. Within a consumer mapping, a mapping must be provided for every operation. This can be either an operation mapping or a direct mapping.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Consumer mapping is a feature of the SAP BC-ESI Enterprise Service Infrastructure that allows users to map their consumer applications to the services they need. This mapping allows for the efficient and secure exchange of data between the consumer application and the service provider. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Consumer mapping is used to create a secure connection between a consumer application and a service provider. The consumer application is mapped to the service provider, which allows for the secure exchange of data. The mapping process is done through the SAP BC-ESI Enterprise Service Infrastructure. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a consumer mapping, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary information is included in the mapping. This includes the service provider’s URL, authentication credentials, and any other relevant information. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the consumer application is compatible with the service provider’s system. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Consumer mapping is an important part of SAP’s Enterprise Service Infrastructure. It allows for secure and efficient data exchange between consumer applications and service providers. Additionally, it can be used to create secure connections between different systems and applications.