What is 'electronic data interchange' in SAP SD - Sales and Distribution?

electronic data interchange - Overview

• Component: SD

• Component Name: Sales and Distribution

• Description: The electronic transfer of structured data between two data processing systems. In foreign trade, for example, remote data transfer takes place using the Automated Export System AES.

electronic data interchange - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is a technology used to exchange business documents between two or more organizations electronically. In the SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) component, EDI is used to exchange documents such as orders, invoices, and delivery notes between the customer and the vendor. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP SD, EDI is used to automate the process of exchanging documents between the customer and vendor. This helps to reduce manual data entry and improve accuracy. To use EDI in SAP SD, you must first configure the EDI settings in the system. This includes setting up the EDI partner profiles, defining the document types, and mapping the fields between the customer and vendor systems. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When configuring EDI in SAP SD, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary settings are configured correctly. This includes setting up the correct document types, mapping the fields correctly, and ensuring that all of the necessary partner profiles are set up. Additionally, it is important to test the EDI setup before going live with it. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on configuring EDI in SAP SD, please refer to SAP Help documentation or contact your local SAP support team. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to configure EDI in SAP SD.