What is proxy in SAP SRM-LA - Live Auction?

SAP Term: proxy

• Component: SRM-LA

• Component Name: Live Auction

• Description: An automated mechanism which acts as an agent for the bidder by submitting bids on behalf of the bidder following the proxy bidding concepts and rules.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Proxy is a feature in SAP SRM-LA Live Auction that allows a user to assign another user to bid on their behalf. This feature is useful for users who are unable to attend the auction in person, but still want to participate. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the proxy feature, the user must first assign a proxy bidder. This can be done by selecting the “Assign Proxy” option from the auction page. The user will then be prompted to enter the name of the proxy bidder and confirm the assignment. Once the assignment is confirmed, the proxy bidder will be able to bid on behalf of the user during the auction. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to remember that once a proxy bidder has been assigned, they cannot be changed or removed until after the auction has ended. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the proxy bidder is familiar with the bidding process and understands how to bid on behalf of another user. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about using proxies in SAP SRM-LA Live Auction, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are several online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to assign and use proxies in SAP SRM-LA Live Auction.