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What is legacy system in SAP EIM-DS - Data Services?


SAP Term: legacy system

  • Component: EIM-DS

  • Component Name: Data Services

  • Description: An information or transaction processing system used to store data such as bank balances, inventories, payroll, and manufacturing parts.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    A legacy system is an existing system or technology that is outdated or no longer in use. In the context of SAP, a legacy system is a system that has been replaced by a newer version of SAP software. EIM-DS Data Services is a component of SAP's Enterprise Information Management (EIM) suite, which provides data integration and data quality services. 
    
    How to use it: 
    EIM-DS Data Services can be used to migrate data from legacy systems into newer versions of SAP software. It can also be used to cleanse and transform data from legacy systems, as well as to monitor and manage data quality. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When migrating data from a legacy system to a newer version of SAP software, it is important to ensure that the data is properly formatted and structured for the new system. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all necessary data is migrated, as some data may not be compatible with the new system. 
    
    Related Information: 
    For more information on EIM-DS Data Services, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/EIM_DS/latest/en-US. Additionally, for more information on legacy systems and how to migrate data from them, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_ERP_6.0_EHP7/latest/en-US.
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