What is extraction variant in SAP PA-SFI - Integration with SuccessFactors BizX?

SAP Term: extraction variant

• Component: PA-SFI

• Component Name: Integration with SuccessFactors BizX

• Description: A variant for the program for synchronizing employee data with SucessFactors BizX that comprises the selection criteria and data retrieval options for an extraction run. You can use extraction variants to divide the total number of employees for whom data is to be extracted into suitable areas for example, extraction variant 1 for all employees that belong to organizational unit 1, extraction variant 2 for all employees that belong to organizational unit 2.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An extraction variant is a set of parameters used to define the data that is extracted from the SAP system and sent to SuccessFactors BizX. It includes the fields to be extracted, the selection criteria, and the sorting order. The extraction variant is used to ensure that only the relevant data is sent to SuccessFactors BizX.
  
  How to use it: 
  To create an extraction variant, go to the SAP system and navigate to the “Extraction Variants” menu. Select “Create” and enter the necessary parameters. Once you have saved the extraction variant, it can be used for data extraction.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an extraction variant, make sure that you select only the fields that are necessary for your integration with SuccessFactors BizX. This will help reduce the amount of data that is sent and improve performance.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on creating extraction variants, refer to SAP’s documentation on PA-SFI Integration with SuccessFactors BizX.