What is 'collation' in SAP BC-I18 - Internationalization (I18N)?

collation - Overview

• Component: BC-I18

• Component Name: Internationalization (I18N)

• Description: The process of ordering units of textual information according to a well-defined set of rules. Collation is usually specific for a particular language.It is also known as alphabetic sorting.

collation - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Collation is a component of SAP's BC-I18 Internationalization (I18N) module. It is a process of sorting and comparing data in a specific language or locale. Collation is used to ensure that data is sorted and compared correctly in different languages and locales. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Collation can be used to sort and compare data in different languages and locales. It can be used to sort data alphabetically, numerically, or by date. It can also be used to compare data for accuracy and consistency. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using collation, it is important to select the correct language or locale for the data being sorted or compared. This will ensure that the data is sorted and compared correctly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Collation is part of SAP's BC-I18 Internationalization (I18N) module. It is related to other components of the I18N module such as character set conversion, language support, and Unicode support.