What is 'record type' in SAP CO-PA - Profitability Analysis?

record type - Overview

• Component: CO-PA

• Component Name: Profitability Analysis

• Description: A key that separates data in according to its source.

record type - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Record type is a feature of the SAP Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) component that allows users to group and analyze data according to different criteria. Record types are used to define the characteristics of the data that will be stored in the CO-PA system. For example, a record type can be used to define the type of cost element, cost center, or other criteria that will be used to store and analyze data. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Record types are created in the CO-PA system by defining the characteristics of the data that will be stored. This includes defining the type of cost element, cost center, or other criteria that will be used to store and analyze data. Once a record type is created, it can be used to store and analyze data in the CO-PA system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating record types, it is important to consider how the data will be used in order to ensure that the record type is properly configured. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all necessary fields are included in the record type so that all relevant data can be stored and analyzed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on record types in SAP Profitability Analysis (CO-PA), please refer to SAP Help documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_CO-PA/7.5/en-US.