What is 'basic characteristic' in SAP FS-BA-SD - Source Data?

basic characteristic - Overview

• Component: FS-BA-SD

• Component Name: Source Data

• Description: A characteristic that supplies technical information such as the data type, texts, master data, attributes, hierarchies, number, and type of compound characteristics to the reference characteristic to which it is assigned.

basic characteristic - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Basic characteristics are the most important attributes of a product or service in SAP. They are used to define the characteristics of a product or service, such as its size, color, weight, and other properties. In the FS-BA-SD Source Data component, basic characteristics are used to define the source data for sales and distribution documents. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use basic characteristics in the FS-BA-SD Source Data component, you must first create a basic characteristic in the system. This can be done by navigating to the Basic Characteristics tab in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. Once you have created a basic characteristic, you can assign it to a source document by selecting it from the list of available characteristics. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating basic characteristics in the FS-BA-SD Source Data component, it is important to ensure that they are properly defined and accurately reflect the product or service being described. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is included when creating a basic characteristic, such as size, color, weight, etc. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on basic characteristics in SAP, please refer to the SAP Help Portal (https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_ERP/6.0/en-US). Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to use basic characteristics in SAP.