What is configuration folder in SAP LO-CM - Configuration management?

SAP Term: configuration folder

• Component: LO-CM

• Component Name: Configuration management

• Description: A folder that collects all objects that describe a product or project in a specific life-cycle phase. At a specific time, the configuration folder contains the objects that define the product at that particular time. In a configuration folder, you collect the objects required to determine specific configurations, such as documents and materials. Unlike baselines, configuration folders do not record a specific processing status of the objects. The configuration folder is a template for creating a baseline.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A configuration folder is a container in the SAP system that stores all the objects related to a particular configuration. It is used to store and manage the objects that are used to configure a particular system. It is part of the LO-CM Configuration Management component. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Configuration folders are used to store and manage the objects that are used to configure a particular system. They can be used to store objects such as customizing settings, user roles, and other related objects. The configuration folder can be accessed through the SAP GUI or through the SAP Solution Manager. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a configuration folder, it is important to ensure that all the objects related to the configuration are stored in the same folder. This will help ensure that all the objects are kept together and can be easily accessed when needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on configuration folders, please refer to the SAP Help documentation or contact your local SAP support team.