What is 'Format plug-in' in SAP MFG-ME - SAP Manufacturing Execution?

Format plug-in - Overview

• Component: MFG-ME

• Component Name: SAP Manufacturing Execution

• Description: A plug-in used to pass selected information to a non- system. A Format plug-in allows you to translate the data to any another format that the external system can recognize. These formats can be XML-based, such as Xchange, IPC standard, RosettaNet, and the SOAP format, and proprietary, such as SAP IDoc and Peoplesoft.

Format plug-in - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A Format Plug-in is a component of the SAP Manufacturing Execution (MFG-ME) system. It is used to define the format of data that is sent from the MFG-ME system to other systems, such as a printer or a barcode scanner. The Format Plug-in allows users to customize the format of the data, such as the font size, color, and layout.
  How to Use It: 
  To use the Format Plug-in, users must first select the type of data they want to send from MFG-ME. Then, they can customize the format of the data by selecting options such as font size, color, and layout. Once they have finished customizing the format, they can save it and use it when sending data from MFG-ME.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the Format Plug-in, it is important to make sure that the format of the data is compatible with the system it is being sent to. For example, if you are sending data to a printer, make sure that the font size and color are compatible with the printer’s settings. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The Format Plug-in is just one component of SAP Manufacturing Execution (MFG-ME). Other components include Data Collection, Production Scheduling, and Quality Management. For more information about these components and how they work together, please refer to SAP’s official documentation.