What is realignment request in SAP CO-PA - Profitability Analysis?

SAP Term: realignment request

• Component: CO-PA

• Component Name: Profitability Analysis

• Description: The basic element of a realignment run, containing the selection critera and a conversion rule. A realignment run consists of one or more realignment requests.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Realignment requests are used in SAP's CO-PA Profitability Analysis component to adjust the profitability of a business transaction. This is done by changing the cost and revenue elements of the transaction, which can be done manually or automatically. The realignment request can be used to correct errors in the original transaction or to adjust the profitability of a transaction for other reasons. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Realignment requests can be created in SAP's CO-PA Profitability Analysis component. To create a realignment request, first select the transaction that needs to be adjusted. Then, enter the new cost and revenue elements for the transaction. Finally, save the realignment request and it will be applied to the transaction. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a realignment request, it is important to double-check that all of the new cost and revenue elements are correct before saving it. This will ensure that the profitability of the transaction is adjusted correctly. Additionally, it is important to note that realignment requests can only be used to adjust existing transactions; they cannot be used to create new transactions. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on realignment requests in SAP's CO-PA Profitability Analysis component, please refer to SAP's official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and videos available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create and use realignment requests in SAP's CO-PA Profitability Analysis component.