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

SAP Term: near match

• Component: EIM-IS

• Component Name: SAP Information Steward

• Description: A record that does not match but is close to meeting the criteria for being a match. Near matches fall into one of two categories: those that nearly match a match group and those that nearly match other near matches.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Near match is a feature of SAP Information Steward (EIM-IS) that helps to identify potential matches between data sets. It uses fuzzy logic to compare data sets and identify potential matches that may not be exact matches. This helps to reduce the amount of manual effort required to identify potential matches. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Near match can be used to compare two data sets and identify potential matches. It can be used to compare data from different sources, such as databases, spreadsheets, or text files. To use near match, the user must first define the criteria for the comparison, such as the fields to be compared and the degree of similarity required for a match. The user can then run the comparison and view the results. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using near match, it is important to define the criteria for the comparison carefully. This will ensure that only relevant matches are identified and that false positives are avoided. It is also important to review the results of the comparison carefully, as near match may identify potential matches that are not exact matches. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Near match is part of SAP Information Steward (EIM-IS). It is also related to other features of EIM-IS, such as data profiling and data quality analysis. These features can be used in conjunction with near match to further refine the results of a comparison.