What is derivation step in SAP FS-BA-AN-PA - Profit Analyzer?

SAP Term: derivation step

• Component: FS-BA-AN-PA

• Component Name: Profit Analyzer

• Description: A step within the derivation procedure.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A derivation step is a process in the SAP FS-BA-AN-PA Profit Analyzer component that allows users to create a new value based on existing values. This process is used to calculate the profitability of a business by deriving the cost of goods sold, gross profit, and other related values from the sales and cost data.
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use the derivation step, users must first enter the sales and cost data into the Profit Analyzer component. Once this data is entered, users can then select the “derivation step” option from the menu. This will open a window where users can select which values they want to derive from the existing data. After selecting the desired values, users can then click “calculate” to generate the derived values.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the derivation step, it is important to ensure that all of the data entered into the Profit Analyzer component is accurate. This will ensure that the derived values are accurate as well. Additionally, it is important to double-check all of the derived values before using them in any calculations or reports.
  
  Related Information: 
  The derivation step is just one of many features available in the SAP FS-BA-AN-PA Profit Analyzer component. Other features include cost analysis, profitability analysis, and budgeting tools. Additionally, there are many tutorials and resources available online that provide more information about how to use this component effectively.