What is feature lock in SAP FS-AM-CM - Contract Management?

SAP Term: feature lock

• Component: FS-AM-CM

• Component Name: Contract Management

• Description: Group of features that are jointly locked at some time during the life cycle of a contract due to a certain business-related occurrence.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Feature Lock is a feature in SAP FS-AM-CM Contract Management that allows users to lock certain features of a contract, preventing them from being changed or deleted. This ensures that the contract remains consistent and accurate throughout its life cycle. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use Feature Lock, users must first select the features they want to lock. This can be done by selecting the “Lock” option in the contract’s menu. Once the features are locked, they cannot be changed or deleted until the lock is removed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to remember that Feature Lock does not prevent users from creating new versions of the contract. It only prevents changes to existing versions. Additionally, it is important to note that Feature Lock does not prevent users from viewing or printing the contract. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Feature Lock, please refer to the SAP FS-AM-CM Contract Management documentation. Additionally, you can contact your SAP representative for more information on how to use this feature.