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

SAP Term: recency

• Component: EIM-MDS

• Component Name: SAP Master Data Services

• Description: A criterion in a data survivorship rule that compares the last entered and updated records in a source record cluster to determine the best record. The most recently entered or updated data in the source system is chosen as the most accurate record.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Recency is a concept used in SAP Master Data Services (EIM-MDS) to ensure that the most up-to-date version of data is used in the system. It is based on the idea that the most recent version of data should be used, and any older versions should be discarded. This ensures that the system is always using the most accurate and up-to-date information.
  
  How to use it: 
  Recency can be used in SAP Master Data Services (EIM-MDS) by setting a recency threshold. This threshold determines how long a version of data can remain in the system before it is considered outdated and discarded. The recency threshold can be set to any length of time, depending on how often the data needs to be updated.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting a recency threshold, it is important to consider how often the data needs to be updated. If the data needs to be updated frequently, then a shorter recency threshold should be set. On the other hand, if the data does not need to be updated often, then a longer recency threshold can be set.
  
  Related Information: 
  Recency is just one of many concepts used in SAP Master Data Services (EIM-MDS). Other concepts include validity, consistency, and completeness. Understanding these concepts and how they work together can help ensure that the system is always using accurate and up-to-date information.