What is 'chain' in SAP EP-PIN - Portal Infrastructure?

chain - Overview

• Component: EP-PIN

• Component Name: Portal Infrastructure

• Description: A series of dependent portal objects, such as iViews, linked together by inheritance and having a delta link relationship between them.

chain - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A chain in the EP-PIN Portal Infrastructure is a set of related activities that are linked together. It is used to define the sequence of activities that must be completed in order to achieve a desired outcome. Chains can be used to automate processes, such as creating a purchase order or approving an invoice. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Chains can be created in the EP-PIN Portal Infrastructure by defining the sequence of activities that must be completed. Each activity can be assigned to a specific user or group of users, and the chain can be triggered manually or automatically. Once the chain is triggered, each activity will be completed in the order specified. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a chain, it is important to consider the order of activities and how they will interact with each other. It is also important to consider how long each activity will take and if there are any dependencies between activities. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The EP-PIN Portal Infrastructure also supports other features such as notifications, task management, and reporting. These features can be used in conjunction with chains to create more complex workflows.