What is file name pattern in SAP CA-DDF - Demand Data Foundation?

SAP Term: file name pattern

• Component: CA-DDF

• Component Name: Demand Data Foundation

• Description: A mask pattern, configured uniquely for each data delivery agreement, that enables SAP Demand Signal Management to associate files to a data delivery agreement. &Example& RETAILER++++.csv. Here the file name pattern is the plus sign.

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• Key Concepts: 
  File name pattern is a feature of the Demand Data Foundation (CA-DDF) component of SAP. It allows users to define a pattern for the naming of files that are created in the system. This pattern can be used to ensure that files are named consistently and easily identifiable. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the file name pattern feature, users must first define the pattern they want to use. This can be done by selecting the “File Name Pattern” option from the CA-DDF menu. Once the pattern is defined, it will be applied to all files created in the system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining a file name pattern, it is important to consider how easy it will be for users to identify files based on their names. It is also important to consider how easy it will be for users to search for files based on their names. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The file name pattern feature is closely related to other features of the Demand Data Foundation component, such as file storage and file sharing. It is also related to other features of SAP, such as document management and workflow management.