What is role in SAP SRD-MD-OM - FDN-Organization Management?

SAP Term: role

• Component: SRD-MD-OM

• Component Name: FDN-Organization Management

• Description: A description of the part a location plays in the enterprise. A location can be a site, or a site with inventory, for example.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A role in SAP is a collection of authorization objects that define the activities a user can perform in the system. It is used to assign specific tasks and responsibilities to users, and it is the basis for authorization checks. A role can be assigned to one or more users, and it can also be assigned to a group of users. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use roles in SAP, you must first create them. This can be done by navigating to the SRD-MD-OM FDN-Organization Management component and selecting the “Create Role” option. From there, you will be able to assign authorization objects to the role and assign it to users or groups of users. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating roles in SAP, it is important to remember that roles should be as specific as possible. This means that each role should only contain the authorization objects necessary for the user or group of users to perform their tasks. This will help ensure that users only have access to the information they need and nothing more. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on roles in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation on roles and authorization objects. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on how to create and manage roles in SAP.