What is 'journal' in SAP SRM-SUD - SRM Supplier Directory?

journal - Overview

• Component: SRM-SUD

• Component Name: SRM Supplier Directory

• Description: Chronological record of activities in the Business Directory. The journal can only be accessed be authorized users who have the role 'journal viewer'.

journal - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A journal in SAP SRM Supplier Directory (SRM-SUD) is a record of all changes made to the supplier directory. It stores information such as the date and time of the change, the user who made the change, and the type of change. This allows users to track changes and view a history of all changes made to the supplier directory. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To access the journal, go to the SRM-SUD transaction code and select “Journal” from the menu. This will open up a list of all changes made to the supplier directory. You can filter this list by date, user, or type of change. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  The journal is a great tool for tracking changes and ensuring that all changes are properly documented. It is also useful for troubleshooting any issues that may arise with suppliers in the directory. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The journal is closely related to other features in SRM-SUD such as audit logs and notifications. Audit logs provide detailed information about changes made to suppliers in the directory, while notifications allow users to be alerted when certain changes are made.