What is source in SAP XAP-EM - SAP Environmental Compliance?

SAP Term: source

• Component: XAP-EM

• Component Name: SAP Environmental Compliance

• Description: A collective term for materials and substances and operation periods of facilities.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Source is a term used in SAP Environmental Compliance Management (XAP-EM) to refer to the origin of a material or product. It is used to track the source of materials and products throughout the supply chain, from raw materials to finished goods. This helps companies ensure that their products are compliant with environmental regulations and standards.
  
  How to use it: 
  In XAP-EM, sources can be tracked by assigning a unique identifier to each material or product. This identifier can be used to trace the source of the material or product throughout the supply chain. Additionally, sources can be tracked by assigning a unique label or code to each material or product. This label or code can be used to identify the source of the material or product and ensure that it is compliant with environmental regulations and standards.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When tracking sources in XAP-EM, it is important to ensure that all materials and products have a unique identifier or label assigned to them. This will help ensure that all materials and products are properly tracked throughout the supply chain and that they are compliant with environmental regulations and standards. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes in sources over time, as this can affect compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
  
  Related Information: 
  In addition to tracking sources in XAP-EM, companies can also use other tools such as SAP Environmental Compliance Reporting (ECR) to monitor their compliance with environmental regulations and standards. ECR provides companies with detailed reports on their compliance status, allowing them to quickly identify any areas of non-compliance and take corrective action.