What is ad hoc output in SAP SRD-CC - Cross-Components?

SAP Term: ad hoc output

• Component: SRD-CC

• Component Name: Cross-Components

• Description: The informal output of a business document. This occurs when a user previews a document in Adobe Reader and either prints a paper copy or saves an electronic copy of the document in portable document format PDF. This type of output does not require any configuration and can take place at any time.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Ad hoc output is a feature of the SAP SRD-CC Cross-Components that allows users to quickly and easily generate reports and documents from existing data. It enables users to create custom reports and documents without having to write any code. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Ad hoc output can be used by selecting the desired data from the SAP system, then selecting the desired output format. The output can be generated in a variety of formats, including PDF, Excel, HTML, and XML. Once the output is generated, it can be printed or emailed directly from the SAP system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using ad hoc output, it is important to ensure that the data being used is up-to-date and accurate. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the output format is compatible with the intended recipient’s system. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Ad hoc output is part of the SAP SRD-CC Cross-Components suite of tools. Other features of this suite include report scheduling, report distribution, and report archiving. Additionally, ad hoc output can be used in conjunction with other SAP tools such as SAP BusinessObjects and SAP HANA.