What is match rule in SAP EIM-IS - SAP Information Steward?

SAP Term: match rule

• Component: EIM-IS

• Component Name: SAP Information Steward

• Description: Criteria that determine which data columns are compared, the level of similarity required for each column, and the special adjustments that are allowed for each column for records to be considered matches.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Match Rule is a feature of SAP Information Steward (EIM-IS) that allows users to define rules to match data records from different sources. Match rules are used to identify and link records that are related to each other, such as customers, products, or orders. Match rules can be used to compare data from different sources, such as databases, spreadsheets, or text files.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use Match Rule in SAP Information Steward, users must first define the criteria for matching records. This includes specifying the fields that will be used for comparison and the type of comparison (e.g., exact match or fuzzy match). Once the criteria have been defined, users can then create a rule that will be used to compare records and identify matches. The rule can then be applied to the data set to identify matches.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a match rule, it is important to consider the accuracy of the results. To ensure accuracy, users should use multiple fields for comparison and use a combination of exact and fuzzy matching techniques. Additionally, users should test the rule on a sample data set before applying it to the full data set.
  
  Related Information: 
  SAP Information Steward also includes features such as Data Profiling and Data Quality Analysis that can be used in conjunction with Match Rule to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Additionally, SAP Information Steward can be integrated with other SAP products such as SAP HANA and SAP BusinessObjects for further analysis and reporting capabilities.