What is tiebreaker survivorship rule in SAP EIM-MDS - SAP Master Data Services?

SAP Term: tiebreaker survivorship rule

• Component: EIM-MDS

• Component Name: SAP Master Data Services

• Description: A data survivorship rule of a lower priority that is used to resolve the best record within a group of records in a source record cluster when a preceding rule is unable to ascertain the best record within a group of matching records.

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• Key Concepts: 
  The tiebreaker survivorship rule is a feature of SAP Master Data Services (EIM-MDS) that allows users to define a set of rules to determine which data should be used when multiple sources contain conflicting information. This rule helps to ensure that the most accurate and up-to-date data is used in the system.
  
  How to use it: 
  The tiebreaker survivorship rule can be set up in the EIM-MDS system by defining a set of criteria for determining which data should be used when multiple sources contain conflicting information. This criteria can include factors such as the source of the data, the date it was entered, or any other relevant criteria. Once the criteria have been defined, the system will automatically apply the rule when conflicting data is encountered.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up the tiebreaker survivorship rule, it is important to consider all possible sources of data and ensure that the criteria chosen are appropriate for each source. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update the criteria as needed to ensure that the most accurate and up-to-date data is being used in the system.
  
  Related Information: 
  The tiebreaker survivorship rule is just one of many features available in SAP Master Data Services (EIM-MDS). Other features include data cleansing, data enrichment, and data governance. For more information on these features and how they can help improve your business processes, please visit SAP’s website.