What is 'associated user' in SAP SRM-CM - SRM Category Management?

associated user - Overview

• Component: SRM-CM

• Component Name: SRM Category Management

• Description: A user responsible for performing some activity associated with a program or initiative.

associated user - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Associated user is a term used in SAP SRM-CM Category Management. It refers to a user who is assigned to a category and has the ability to manage the category. This user is responsible for creating and maintaining the category structure, assigning users to categories, and managing the category budget. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to assign an associated user to a category, the user must first be created in the system. Once created, the user can be assigned to a category by selecting the “Assign User” option from the Category Management menu. The associated user will then have access to all of the features of Category Management, including creating and maintaining the category structure, assigning users to categories, and managing the category budget. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that only authorized users are assigned as associated users for each category. This will help ensure that only authorized users have access to sensitive information related to the category. Additionally, it is important to keep track of which users are assigned as associated users for each category in order to ensure that all changes are properly tracked and documented. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on associated users in SAP SRM-CM Category Management, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on Category Management. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide