What is hierarchy access in SAP SD - Sales and Distribution?

SAP Term: hierarchy access

• Component: SD

• Component Name: Sales and Distribution

• Description: A method of optimizing pricing for hierarchical data constellations such as product hierarchies. For these hierarchies, it can be necessary to include partial quantities for a pre-defined amount of characteristics to define the key for the condition tables. A simple example of this is a price, which is strictly dependent on the sales organization, distribution channel, and the material.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Hierarchy access in SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) is a feature that allows users to access data from multiple levels of a hierarchical structure. This feature is useful for companies that have multiple levels of organizational structures, such as a parent company and its subsidiaries. Hierarchy access allows users to view data from all levels of the hierarchy, making it easier to analyze and compare data across different levels.
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use hierarchy access in SAP SD, users must first set up the hierarchical structure in the system. This can be done by creating a hierarchy node for each level of the organization, such as parent company, subsidiary, and so on. Once the hierarchy is set up, users can then assign access rights to each node in the hierarchy. This will allow users to view data from all levels of the hierarchy.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up the hierarchy in SAP SD, it is important to ensure that all nodes are correctly linked together. This will ensure that users can easily navigate between different levels of the hierarchy when viewing data. Additionally, it is important to assign appropriate access rights to each node in the hierarchy, as this will ensure that users only have access to the data they need.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up and using hierarchy access in SAP SD, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to set up and use this feature.