What is connection side in SAP IS-U - SAP for Utilities?

SAP Term: connection side

• Component: IS-U

• Component Name: SAP for Utilities

• Description: SAP Utilities A connection point of a physical element that links it to other elements in an electricity grid. The energy is transmitted from the generating facility to the consumer, and the connection sides are classified as In or Out according to the direction of energy flow. The connection sides can be encoded depending on the type of the physical element. For example, for a three-winding transformer, the connection sides can be encoded as High In, Medium Out or Low Out; and for a cable the connection sides can be encoded as High In and Low Out.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Connection side is a term used in the IS-U SAP for Utilities component. It refers to the side of a connection that is responsible for providing energy or services to the customer. This could be a utility company, such as an electricity provider, or a service provider, such as a telecommunications company. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The connection side is used to identify the source of energy or services that are being provided to the customer. This information is used to track and manage customer accounts, billing, and other related activities. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering data into the IS-U SAP for Utilities component, it is important to ensure that the connection side is accurately identified. This will ensure that all customer accounts are properly tracked and managed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The connection side is closely related to the concept of “customer side”, which refers to the side of a connection that is responsible for consuming energy or services from the provider. Both concepts are important for understanding how energy and services are provided and consumed in the IS-U SAP for Utilities component.