What is global suggestion list in SAP EIM-DS - Data Services?

SAP Term: global suggestion list

• Component: EIM-DS

• Component Name: Data Services

• Description: A method of completing and populating addresses with minimal data, or offering suggestions for possible matches. This address-entry system is ideal in call center environments or any transactional environment where data cleansing is necessary at the point of entry, and a human being is available to choose one of the suggestions.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Global Suggestion List is a feature of SAP Data Services that allows users to create a list of suggested values for a given field. This list can be used to ensure data consistency and accuracy across multiple sources. The list can be used to validate data, as well as to provide users with a list of valid values when entering data into the system. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the Global Suggestion List, users must first create the list in the Data Services Designer. This is done by selecting the “Global Suggestion List” option from the “Data Quality” tab. Once the list is created, it can be applied to any field in the system. The list can also be used to validate data entered into the system, ensuring that only valid values are accepted. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a Global Suggestion List, it is important to ensure that all values are valid and up-to-date. It is also important to keep the list as concise as possible, as this will help ensure that only valid values are accepted. Additionally, it is important to keep the list updated regularly, as this will help ensure that data entered into the system is accurate and consistent. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Global Suggestion Lists, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on Data Services Designer. Additionally, there are several online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create and use Global Suggestion Lists in SAP Data Services.