What is 'phonetic search' in SAP FS-BP - Business Partner?

phonetic search - Overview

• Component: FS-BP

• Component Name: Business Partner

• Description: A setting in the business partner search that enables you to find business partners using phonetic search terms.

phonetic search - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Phonetic search is a feature of the FS-BP Business Partner component of SAP software. It allows users to search for business partners using phonetic similarity, meaning that the search results will include names that sound similar to the one entered. This is useful for finding business partners whose names may be spelled differently than expected. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the phonetic search feature, users must first enable it in the system settings. Once enabled, users can enter a name into the search field and select “phonetic” from the drop-down menu. The search results will then include any business partners whose names sound similar to the one entered. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using phonetic search, it is important to remember that it is not an exact science and may not always return accurate results. It is best to use this feature in combination with other search criteria, such as location or industry, to ensure that the most relevant results are returned. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on phonetic search and other features of the FS-BP Business Partner component of SAP software, please refer to the official SAP documentation.