What is independent characteristic in SAP EC-CS - Consolidation?

SAP Term: independent characteristic

• Component: EC-CS

• Component Name: Consolidation

• Description: Of the two characteristics in a compound - this is the one on which the other is dependent.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Independent characteristics are used in the EC-CS Consolidation component of SAP to define the characteristics of a consolidation group. These characteristics are used to identify and differentiate between different consolidation groups, and can include information such as the company code, currency, and fiscal year. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use independent characteristics in the EC-CS Consolidation component of SAP, you must first define the characteristics in the system. This can be done by navigating to the “Define Characteristics” menu in the EC-CS Consolidation component. Once the characteristics have been defined, they can be assigned to a consolidation group by navigating to the “Assign Characteristics” menu. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining independent characteristics for a consolidation group, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary information is included. This will help ensure that each consolidation group is accurately identified and differentiated from other groups. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on independent characteristics in the EC-CS Consolidation component of SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/EC-CS/7.5/en-US.