What is 'reading type' in SAP CRM-MD - Master Data?

reading type - Overview

• Component: CRM-MD

• Component Name: Master Data

• Description: The purpose of the reading.

reading type - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Reading type is a field in the CRM-MD Master Data component of SAP. It is used to define the type of data that is being read from the system. This can be used to differentiate between different types of data, such as customer data, product data, or sales data. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Reading type is used to define the type of data that is being read from the system. This can be done by selecting a specific reading type from the drop-down menu in the CRM-MD Master Data component. Once selected, the system will read the corresponding data from the database. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When selecting a reading type, it is important to make sure that it matches the type of data that you are trying to read. For example, if you are trying to read customer data, then you should select “Customer” as your reading type. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The reading type field can also be used to filter data in reports and queries. This can be done by selecting a specific reading type in the filter criteria of a report or query. This will ensure that only the desired data is returned in the results.