What is process element in SAP PA-PD-PM - Objective Setting and Appraisals?

SAP Term: process element

• Component: PA-PD-PM

• Component Name: Objective Setting and Appraisals

• Description: A structural element for mapping an appraisal process. The process element describes the appraisal process in more detail using the infotypes Relationship 1001 and Verbal Description 1002, including the role-based subtypes for infotype 1002 subtypes apply only for the predefined Performance Management process. Subtypes for infotype 1002: 5021 - Task Title Manager 5022 - Description Manager 5023 - Task Title Employee 5024 - Description Employee Depending on the process type infotype Process Description 5028 - PROCESS_TYPE of the process element, the following exist: Process - the top process element Phase Step Example For the appraisal template 'year-end appraisal', the process 'Year-End Appraisal 2010' exists. The process consists of the following phases: Phase 1: Planning Phase 1 has Step 1: Create appraisal document Phase 1 has Step 2: Define targets Phase 2: Appraisal Phase 2 has Step 1: Submit part appraisal Phase 2 has Step 2: Submit appraisal

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• Key Concepts: 
  Process element is a term used in the SAP component PA-PD-PM Objective Setting and Appraisals. It is a type of object that is used to define the structure of an appraisal document. It can be used to define the content, layout, and behavior of an appraisal document. Process elements are used to define the different sections of an appraisal document, such as objectives, competencies, and ratings. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Process elements can be created in the SAP system by using the transaction code PA30. Once created, they can be assigned to an appraisal document template. This will allow users to create appraisal documents that are structured according to the process elements. The process elements can also be used to define the behavior of an appraisal document, such as when it should be sent out for review or when it should be completed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating process elements, it is important to consider how they will be used in an appraisal document. For example, if a process element is used to define a rating scale, it should include all of the possible ratings that could be given for that particular section. Additionally, it is important to consider how the process element will interact with other sections of the appraisal document. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on process elements and how they are used in SAP PA-PD-PM Objective Setting and Appraisals, please refer to the SAP Help documentation. Additionally, there are several online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create and use process elements in SAP PA-PD-PM Objective Setting and Appraisals.