What is column block in SAP FI-SL - Special Purpose Ledger?

SAP Term: column block

• Component: FI-SL

• Component Name: Special Purpose Ledger

• Description: A set that is used in the column definition of a report. A column block covers several physical rows.

Smart SAP Assistant

• Key Concepts: 
  A column block is a feature of the SAP Special Purpose Ledger (FI-SL) component. It is a set of columns that are grouped together and used to store data related to a specific account. The column block can be used to store additional information about the account, such as the account type, currency, and other details. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Column blocks are used to store additional information about an account in the SAP Special Purpose Ledger. To create a column block, go to the FI-SL component and select the “Column Blocks” option. Then, enter the details of the column block, such as the name, description, and columns that should be included in the block. Once the column block is created, it can be assigned to an account in order to store additional information about that account. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a column block, make sure to include all of the necessary columns that will be needed for the account. This will ensure that all of the relevant information is stored in one place and can be easily accessed when needed. Additionally, it is important to keep track of which accounts have been assigned a column block so that they can be easily identified when needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The SAP Special Purpose Ledger (FI-SL) component also includes other features such as account groups and cost elements. These features can be used in conjunction with column blocks in order to provide more detailed information about an account. Additionally, there are various reports available in FI-SL that can be used to analyze data stored in column blocks.