What is Candidate Profile Extension in SAP LOD-SF-RCM - Recruiting Management?

SAP Term: Candidate Profile Extension

• Component: LOD-SF-RCM

• Component Name: Recruiting Management

• Description: Candidate Profile Extension is a metadata framework MDF extension object that allows being able to add additional information to a candidate's profile in SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting that appears as a quickcard under the logged in recruiting user view of that candidate's profile. Fields appear in the candidate's profile only if that candidate filled out a data capture form.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Candidate Profile Extension is a component of the Recruiting Management module in SAP. It allows users to extend the standard candidate profile with additional fields and attributes. This allows for more detailed information to be stored about each candidate, such as their skills, experience, and qualifications. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the Candidate Profile Extension, users must first create a custom field in the system. This can be done by navigating to the “Custom Fields” tab in the Recruiting Management module. Once the field is created, it can be added to the candidate profile. The field will then appear on all candidate profiles and can be filled out with relevant information. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating custom fields for the Candidate Profile Extension, it is important to consider how they will be used. For example, if a field is intended to store a candidate’s qualifications, it should be labeled accordingly so that users can easily identify it. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all fields are properly configured so that they are displayed correctly on the candidate profile. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The Candidate Profile Extension is part of the Recruiting Management module in SAP. Other components of this module include Applicant Tracking, Job Posting, and Interview Scheduling. Additionally, there are several other modules in SAP that are related to recruiting, such as Talent Acquisition and Performance Management.