What is data matching in SAP (BI-RA-CR - Crystal Reports)?

SAP Term: data matching

• Component: BI-RA-CR

• Component Name: Crystal Reports

• Description: A data mapping function that assesses the fit of values from the current data source to the target or new data source. A rating of fifty percent and above suggests a viable match; the higher the percentage, the better the match.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Data matching is a process used in SAP Business Intelligence (BI) and Crystal Reports (CR) to compare data from different sources and identify any discrepancies. It is used to ensure accuracy and consistency of data across multiple systems. Data matching can be used to identify duplicate records, missing records, or incorrect values.
  
  How to use it: 
  Data matching in SAP BI and CR is done by comparing data from two or more sources. The data sources can be databases, spreadsheets, or other sources. The data is compared using a set of criteria such as field names, field values, or other parameters. Once the comparison is complete, any discrepancies are identified and can be corrected.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using data matching in SAP BI and CR, it is important to ensure that the criteria used for comparison are accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that the results are accurate and reliable. Additionally, it is important to review the results of the comparison to ensure that any discrepancies are addressed appropriately.
  
  Related Information: 
  Data matching is an important part of data quality management in SAP BI and CR. It can also be used in other areas such as customer relationship management (CRM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP). Additionally, there are various tools available for data matching such as Talend Data Quality and Informatica Data Quality.