What is MetaDimension in SAP (PY - Payroll)?

SAP Term: MetaDimension

• Component: PY

• Component Name: Payroll

• Description: Complete description of a business object or concept. This description consists of several items of information, the MetaFields. Each MetaField is part of the key that specifies the MetaDimension technically and in full, or the MetaField is an attribute, a further characteristic of the MetaDimension. Together with their relationships, MetaDimensions and MetaFigures constitute a MetaStar. Example The PAY_RESULT MetaStar includes the wage type MetaDimension. The key belongs to the wage type. For example, part of the key is /101 and the other part of the key is country grouping 01 for Germany. The long text and short text attributes belong to the wage type. The amount and number MetaFigures also belong to the PAY_RESULT MetaStar. Objects that belongs to a MetaNet: MetaStar MetaDimension MetaField MetaFigure

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• Key Concepts: 
  MetaDimension is a component of the SAP Payroll (PY) module. It is used to define the structure of the payroll system, including the various elements that make up the payroll, such as wages, deductions, and taxes. It also defines the relationships between these elements and how they interact with each other. 
  
  How to use it: 
  MetaDimension is used to create a payroll structure that can be used to calculate payrolls for employees. It allows users to define the various elements of the payroll, such as wages, deductions, and taxes, and how they interact with each other. It also allows users to define rules for calculating payrolls and to set up automatic calculations for certain elements. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up MetaDimension, it is important to ensure that all elements are correctly defined and that all relationships between them are correctly established. This will ensure that payroll calculations are accurate and efficient. Additionally, it is important to regularly review the MetaDimension structure to ensure that it is up-to-date and accurate. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on MetaDimension and how to use it in SAP Payroll (PY), please refer to the SAP Help documentation or contact your local SAP support team.