What is mask in SAP MDM - SAP NetWeaver Master Data Management?

SAP Term: mask

• Component: MDM

• Component Name: SAP NetWeaver Master Data Management

• Description: A stencil that blocks masks all but certain specified details from view. Applied to database records, a mask isolates a subset of records that can be manipulated as a unit independently of the other records.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A mask in SAP NetWeaver Master Data Management (MDM) is a set of rules that define the structure and format of data. It is used to ensure that data is entered in a consistent and accurate manner. The mask can be used to validate data, such as ensuring that a phone number is entered in the correct format, or to restrict the type of data that can be entered, such as limiting the length of a text field.
  
  How to use it: 
  Masks are created in the MDM Console. To create a mask, select the “Masks” tab and then click “Create Mask”. Enter the name of the mask and then define the rules for the mask. Once the mask is created, it can be applied to fields in the MDM repository.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating masks, it is important to consider how they will be used. For example, if a mask is being used to validate phone numbers, it should be designed to accept both local and international formats. Additionally, when creating masks for text fields, it is important to consider how much text will be entered into the field and adjust the length accordingly.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on masks in SAP NetWeaver Master Data Management, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_NETWEAVER_MDM/7.1/en-US