What is status type in SAP PLM-INM - Innovation Management?

SAP Term: status type

• Component: PLM-INM

• Component Name: Innovation Management

• Description: The categorization of an idea status. It specifies the current idea status as either an initial or an intermediate, or one of the possible final statuses. The status type specifies if the idea is waiting for any further action and the next steps to processing the idea.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Status type is a feature of SAP PLM-INM Innovation Management that allows users to assign a status to an innovation project. This status can be used to track the progress of the project and provide visibility into the current state of the project. The status type can also be used to control access to certain features or functions within the innovation management system. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the status type feature, users must first create a status type in the system. This can be done by navigating to the “Status Types” tab in the SAP PLM-INM Innovation Management system. Once a status type has been created, users can assign it to an innovation project by selecting it from a drop-down menu when creating or editing the project. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a status type, it is important to consider how it will be used in the system. For example, if a status type is intended to control access to certain features or functions, then it should be assigned a higher priority than other status types. Additionally, it is important to consider how the status type will be used in reporting and analytics. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the status type feature in SAP PLM-INM Innovation Management, please refer to the official documentation provided by SAP. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tips and tricks for using this feature effectively.