What is external reference in SAP (PSM-EC - Expenditure Certification)?

SAP Term: external reference

• Component: PSM-EC

• Component Name: Expenditure Certification

• Description: The ID of the funding agreement made between a sponsor organization such as the EU and the region to be sponsored.

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• Key Concepts: 
  External reference is a feature of the SAP PSM-EC Expenditure Certification component that allows users to link documents to a specific item in the system. This feature allows users to store and access documents related to the item, such as contracts, invoices, and other documents. This helps users keep track of all relevant information related to the item in one place. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the external reference feature, users must first create an external reference for the item. This can be done by selecting the “Create External Reference” option from the item’s menu. Once created, users can then upload documents related to the item by selecting “Upload Document” from the same menu. The uploaded documents will then be linked to the item and can be accessed from the “External Reference” tab in the item’s menu. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an external reference for an item, it is important to provide a clear and descriptive name for the reference. This will help users quickly identify which documents are related to which items. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all uploaded documents are properly labeled with their corresponding file names. This will help users quickly find and access the correct document when needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using external references in SAP PSM-EC Expenditure Certification, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use this feature.