What is alert notification mechanism in SAP SCM-BAS - SCM Basis?

SAP Term: alert notification mechanism

• Component: SCM-BAS

• Component Name: SCM Basis

• Description: Trigger for automatic alert notification. The following mechanisms exist: Pull mechanism The system sends information on all alerts that currently exist at regular intervals. Push mechanism The system sends a notification at the time an alert is saved in the database. Event mechanism The sending of a notification is triggered by an event in the application in which the alert is generated.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Alert notification mechanism is a feature of SAP SCM Basis that allows users to be notified of certain events or changes in the system. It can be used to alert users of changes in the system, such as new orders, changes in inventory levels, or other important events. The alert notification mechanism can be configured to send notifications via email, SMS, or other methods. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the alert notification mechanism, users must first configure the system to send notifications. This can be done by setting up an alert profile in the SAP SCM Basis system. The profile can be configured to send notifications for specific events or changes in the system. Once the profile is set up, users can then subscribe to receive notifications for those events or changes. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up an alert profile, it is important to ensure that all relevant events and changes are included in the profile. This will ensure that users are notified of all important events and changes in the system. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the correct contact information is included in the profile so that notifications are sent to the correct people. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on how to configure and use the alert notification mechanism in SAP SCM Basis, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to set up and use this feature.