What is compendium in SAP EIM-MDS - SAP Master Data Services?

SAP Term: compendium

• Component: EIM-MDS

• Component Name: SAP Master Data Services

• Description: A collection of external data providers used to match against best records in during the enrichment and match configuration.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Compendium is a feature of SAP Master Data Services (EIM-MDS) that allows users to create and manage a single source of truth for master data. It provides a central repository for all master data, allowing users to easily access and update the data. Compendium also provides a way to track changes to the master data over time. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Compendium can be used to create and manage master data in SAP. To use Compendium, users must first create a compendium in the EIM-MDS system. This compendium will contain all of the master data that needs to be managed. Once the compendium is created, users can add, edit, and delete master data as needed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a compendium, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary fields are included in the compendium. This will ensure that all of the necessary information is available when managing the master data. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes made to the master data over time, as this will help ensure that the data remains accurate and up-to-date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP Master Data Services (EIM-MDS) and Compendium, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on how to use Compendium effectively.