What is holdback in SAP CRM-IM-IPM - Intellectual Property Management?

SAP Term: holdback

• Component: CRM-IM-IPM

• Component Name: Intellectual Property Management

• Description: Period in which a title is withheld from other media after its original release in a particular medium. A film can for instance be contractually withheld from video release for six months from its initial theatrical exhibition. This is known as a 'holdback' period.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Holdback is a feature in SAP CRM-IM-IPM Intellectual Property Management that allows users to temporarily withhold the release of a document or file. This feature is useful for situations where the document or file needs to be reviewed and approved before it can be released. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the holdback feature, users must first select the document or file they wish to withhold from release. Then, they must select the “Holdback” option from the menu. This will place the document or file in a “held” state, meaning it cannot be released until it is approved. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the holdback feature, it is important to remember that documents and files can only be held for a certain amount of time. If the document or file is not approved within this time frame, it will automatically be released. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on how to use the holdback feature in SAP CRM-IM-IPM Intellectual Property Management, please refer to the official SAP documentation.