What is Origin in SAP BC-ILM - Information Lifecycle Management?

SAP Term: Origin

• Component: BC-ILM

• Component Name: Information Lifecycle Management

• Description: A name for a data source that uniquely identifies the data origin in the ILM Database Store. For one data source, the Origin contains all of the Customizing as well as the keys for the data summarized in the Origin. The Origin is relevant as soon as systems from different networks, for example, the cloud, are connected to the ILM Database Store. With the help of different Origins, the data can be handled differently.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Origin is a term used in SAP's BC-ILM Information Lifecycle Management component. It is used to describe the source of a document or data set, such as a file, folder, or database. It is important to note that the origin of a document or data set can be changed over time. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use the Origin feature in SAP's BC-ILM Information Lifecycle Management component, users must first define the origin of a document or data set. This can be done by selecting the appropriate origin from the drop-down menu in the Origin field. Once the origin has been defined, users can then use this information to track and manage documents and data sets over time. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining an origin for a document or data set, it is important to ensure that the origin is accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that documents and data sets are properly tracked and managed over time. Additionally, it is important to note that the origin of a document or data set can be changed at any time if needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP's BC-ILM Information Lifecycle Management component and its Origin feature, please refer to SAP's official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed tutorials and guides on how to use this feature in SAP's BC-ILM Information Lifecycle Management component.