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Component: PPM-CLD-RES
Component Name: Resource Management
Description: A synonym, spelling, abbreviation, or other variant of the preferred name of a skill.
Key Concepts: Alternative name is a feature in SAP Resource Management that allows users to assign an additional name to a resource. This additional name can be used to identify the resource in different contexts, such as when the resource is assigned to different projects or when the resource is used in different roles. How to use it: To assign an alternative name to a resource, go to the Resource Management tab in SAP and select the resource you want to assign an alternative name to. Then, click on the “Alternative Name” tab and enter the desired name. Once you have entered the alternative name, click “Save” and the alternative name will be assigned to the resource. Tips & Tricks: When assigning an alternative name to a resource, make sure that it is descriptive and easy to remember. This will help you quickly identify the resource when it is assigned to different projects or roles. Related Information: For more information on how to use alternative names in SAP Resource Management, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/PPM-CLD-RES/latest/en-US/f9f8d7a2b3e14c8a9f3d7c2b6f5e4d1a.html