What is inbound folder in SAP CA-DDF - Demand Data Foundation?

SAP Term: inbound folder

• Component: CA-DDF

• Component Name: Demand Data Foundation

• Description: A folder for temporarily storing file-based data deliveries that are sent either using a batch job or are placed there manually. From here, the folder scanner detects the files. Once the data delivery is detected as being complete, the files are moved to the file processing folder for data upload.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Inbound folder is a feature of the Demand Data Foundation (CA-DDF) component of SAP. It is a folder that stores data from external sources, such as customer orders, sales forecasts, and inventory levels. The data is then used to create demand plans and supply plans. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The inbound folder can be accessed through the Demand Data Foundation (CA-DDF) component of SAP. Once the data is stored in the inbound folder, it can be used to create demand plans and supply plans. The data can also be used to analyze trends and make decisions about inventory levels and customer orders. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the data stored in the inbound folder is accurate and up-to-date. This will ensure that the demand plans and supply plans created are based on accurate information. Additionally, it is important to regularly review the data stored in the inbound folder to ensure that it is still relevant and up-to-date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The Demand Data Foundation (CA-DDF) component of SAP also includes features such as outbound folders, which store data from internal sources such as production schedules and inventory levels. Additionally, the Demand Data Foundation (CA-DDF) component of SAP includes features such as demand planning tools, which allow users to create detailed demand plans based on the data stored in the inbound folder.