What is external version in SAP CA-GTF-DOB - Document Builder?

SAP Term: external version

• Component: CA-GTF-DOB

• Component Name: Document Builder

• Description: The draft version of a document whose number is increased only through external collaboration.

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  Key Concepts: 
  External version is a feature of the CA-GTF-DOB Document Builder component of SAP. It allows users to create documents in different versions, such as PDF, HTML, and Word, and store them in an external repository. This allows users to access the documents from any device or location. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the external version feature, users must first create a document in the Document Builder. Once the document is created, users can select the “External Version” option from the menu. This will open a dialog box where users can select the desired output format and save the document to an external repository. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the external version feature, it is important to remember that documents saved in this way are not stored in SAP. Therefore, it is important to keep track of where documents are stored and ensure that they are backed up regularly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the external version feature of CA-GTF-DOB Document Builder, please refer to SAP’s official documentation.