What is alternative text block in SAP LCM - Legal Content Management?

SAP Term: alternative text block

• Component: LCM

• Component Name: Legal Content Management

• Description: A released version of a text block that is assigned as a possible replacement for a text block used in the template. Within the virtual document, the user can choose to replace an existing text block with one of its alternatives.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Alternative text block is a feature of SAP's Legal Content Management (LCM) component. It allows users to create alternative versions of a text block, which can be used in different scenarios. This feature is useful for creating multiple versions of a text block that can be used in different contexts, such as for different countries or languages.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the alternative text block feature, users must first create a text block in the LCM component. Once the text block is created, users can then create alternative versions of the text block by selecting the “Create Alternative Text Block” option from the menu. This will open a new window where users can enter the alternative version of the text block. Once saved, the alternative version will be available for use in different scenarios.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an alternative version of a text block, it is important to make sure that all relevant information is included in the new version. This includes any changes to the language or formatting that may be necessary for different contexts. Additionally, it is important to make sure that all versions of the text block are kept up-to-date with any changes that may occur over time.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP's Legal Content Management component and its features, please refer to SAP's official documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_LCM/latest/en-US.