What is 'external charging reference' in SAP IS-CC - SAP Convergent Charging?

external charging reference - Overview

• Component: IS-CC

• Component Name: SAP Convergent Charging

• Description: Convergent Charging A charging reference used by a third party billing system for determining the account to be charged.

external charging reference - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  External charging reference is a feature of the IS-CC SAP Convergent Charging component. It allows customers to assign a unique external reference to each chargeable event, such as a phone call or data transfer. This reference can then be used to identify and track the chargeable event in the customer's billing system. 
  
  How to use it: 
  External charging references are assigned when a chargeable event occurs. The reference is stored in the customer's billing system and can be used to identify and track the chargeable event. The reference can also be used to generate invoices for the customer. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the external charging references are unique for each chargeable event. This will help ensure that the customer's billing system is able to accurately track and identify each chargeable event. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The IS-CC SAP Convergent Charging component also includes features such as real-time charging, usage-based billing, and flexible pricing models. These features can be used in conjunction with external charging references to provide customers with an efficient and accurate billing system.