What is indirect participant in SAP ICM - Incentive and Commission Management (ICM)?

SAP Term: indirect participant

• Component: ICM

• Component Name: Incentive and Commission Management (ICM)

• Description: Incentive and Commission Management Commission contract partner determined. The indirect participant is derived, for example, from the position in the organizational structure. The remuneration due to an indirect participant cannot be divided up.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An indirect participant is a person or entity that is not directly involved in a sales transaction, but still receives a commission or incentive from the sale. In ICM Incentive and Commission Management, indirect participants are typically sales representatives, distributors, or other third-party entities that are not directly involved in the sale but still receive a commission or incentive from the sale. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In ICM Incentive and Commission Management, indirect participants can be set up as part of the commission plan. This allows for the calculation of commissions and incentives for indirect participants based on their contribution to the sale. The commission plan can be configured to include different types of indirect participants, such as sales representatives, distributors, or other third-party entities. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up an indirect participant in ICM Incentive and Commission Management, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is included in the commission plan. This includes the type of participant (sales representative, distributor, etc.), their contribution to the sale (percentage of commission or incentive), and any other relevant information. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up indirect participants in ICM Incentive and Commission Management, please refer to the SAP Help Portal.