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What is subordinate class in SAP CA-CL - Classification?


SAP Term: subordinate class

  • Component: CA-CL

  • Component Name: Classification

  • Description: A class derived from a superior class through inheritance. The subordinate class inherits all of the characteristics originally assigned to the superior class.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    A subordinate class is a type of class in the CA-CL Classification System. It is a sub-classification of a main class and is used to further refine the classification of an object. Subordinate classes are used to group objects that have similar characteristics and are related to each other. 
    
    How to use it: 
    Subordinate classes are used to further refine the classification of an object. For example, if you have a main class called “Animals”, you could create subordinate classes such as “Mammals”, “Reptiles”, and “Birds”. This would allow you to further classify objects within the main class of Animals. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When creating subordinate classes, it is important to make sure that they are specific enough to accurately classify objects. For example, if you have a main class called “Cars”, you could create subordinate classes such as “Sedans”, “SUVs”, and “Trucks”. This would allow you to accurately classify objects within the main class of Cars. 
    
    Related Information: 
    The CA-CL Classification System is a powerful tool for organizing and managing data. It allows users to create hierarchical structures of classes and subclasses that can be used to classify objects. The subordinate class is one type of class in the CA-CL Classification System and can be used to further refine the classification of an object.
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