What is 'snapshot' in SAP SCM-EWM - Extended Warehouse Management?

snapshot - Overview

• Component: SCM-EWM

• Component Name: Extended Warehouse Management

• Description: A static status of the warehouse documents and physical stock at regular intervals of time captured by the system. Subsequently the data is used to assess the quantity and charge of the service.

snapshot - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A snapshot in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SCM-EWM) is a point-in-time copy of the data stored in the system. It is used to capture the current state of the system and can be used for reporting, analysis, and comparison purposes. Snapshots are typically taken at regular intervals, such as daily or weekly.
  
  How to use it: 
  Snapshots can be taken manually or automatically. To take a manual snapshot, go to the “Snapshots” tab in the SCM-EWM application and select “Create Snapshot”. You will then be prompted to enter a name for the snapshot and select the data that you want to include in the snapshot. Once you have completed these steps, click “Create” to create the snapshot. To take an automatic snapshot, go to the “Scheduling” tab in the SCM-EWM application and select “Create Scheduled Snapshot”. You will then be prompted to enter a name for the snapshot, select the data that you want to include in the snapshot, and set up a schedule for when you want the snapshot to be taken. Once you have completed these steps, click “Create” to create the scheduled snapshot. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a snapshot, it is important to make sure that all of the data that you want to include in the snapshot is up-to-date. This will ensure that your snapshots are accurate and useful