What is controlled object in SAP LO-CM - Configuration management?

SAP Term: controlled object

• Component: LO-CM

• Component Name: Configuration management

• Description: An item, whose configuration is monitored using a configuration folder. To control an object using Configuration Management, create a configuration folder for the object and generate Baselines at points in time. In the hierarchical overview of a configuration folder or Baseline, the controlled object can be displayed in the initial node. &EXAMPLE& To document the configuration of an aircraft, create a configuration folder and enter the material number of the aircraft as a controlled object.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Controlled objects are the objects that are managed by the Configuration Management (CM) component of SAP Logistics (LO). These objects can be anything from material masters, bills of materials, and recipes to production versions, task lists, and documents. They are managed in the system to ensure that all changes are tracked and approved before they are implemented. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Controlled objects can be created, modified, or deleted in the system. When creating a new controlled object, the user must specify the type of object and provide all necessary information. Once created, the object can be modified or deleted as needed. All changes must be approved by an authorized user before they can be implemented. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a new controlled object, it is important to provide as much information as possible. This will ensure that all changes are tracked and approved correctly. Additionally, it is important to keep track of all changes made to controlled objects in order to ensure that they are up-to-date and accurate. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on controlled objects and how to use them in SAP Logistics (LO), please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed tutorials on how to use controlled objects in SAP Logistics (LO).