What is 'key figure set' in SAP FI-SL - Special Purpose Ledger?

key figure set - Overview

• Component: FI-SL

• Component Name: Special Purpose Ledger

• Description: A set that contains specific basic key figures. Basic key figures can be combined with one or more additional dimensions entered in a set to create key figures. Key figure sets can also contain formulas.

key figure set - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A key figure set is a collection of key figures that are used to define the characteristics of a Special Purpose Ledger (FI-SL) in SAP. Key figures are numerical values that are used to measure and analyze financial data. A key figure set is used to define the structure of the ledger, such as the number of accounts, the type of accounts, and the types of transactions that can be recorded.
  
  How to use it: 
  To create a key figure set, go to the FI-SL Special Purpose Ledger configuration screen in SAP. Select the “Key Figure Set” tab and enter the desired key figures. Once all of the desired key figures have been entered, click “Save” to create the key figure set.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a key figure set, it is important to consider how the data will be used. For example, if you are creating a ledger for tracking customer payments, you may want to include key figures such as “Amount Paid” and “Payment Date”.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on creating and using key figure sets in SAP FI-SL Special Purpose Ledger, please refer to SAP Help documentation.