What is 'explicit' in SAP SRD-SCM-MD - SCM-Master Data?

explicit - Overview

• Component: SRD-SCM-MD

• Component Name: SCM-Master Data

• Description: Relating to a confirmation method used by the system to confirm the consumption of input products and activity durations. If the explicit confirmation method has been set for input products and activity durations in the bill of operations, the system does not propose any values automatically when executing the confirmation. In this case, the employee has to enter the quantities and durations consumed manually.

explicit - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Explicit in SAP is a term used to describe the process of manually entering data into the system. This is in contrast to implicit, which is when data is automatically populated into the system. In the SRD-SCM-MD SCM-Master Data component, explicit data entry is used to create and maintain master data records. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use explicit data entry in the SRD-SCM-MD SCM-Master Data component, users must first access the relevant transaction code. This can be done by entering the code into the command field or by navigating to the relevant menu path. Once in the transaction, users can enter data into the fields provided. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering data into SAP using explicit data entry, it is important to double check all entries for accuracy. This will help ensure that all master data records are up to date and accurate. Additionally, it is important to remember that explicit data entry can be time consuming and tedious, so it is important to plan ahead and allocate enough time for this task. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Explicit data entry is just one of many ways that master data records can be created and maintained in SAP. Other methods include using mass maintenance tools, uploading files from external sources, and using automatic generation tools. It is important to understand which method is best suited