How to use FTWCS - Segment catalog

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: FTWCS

  Description: Segment catalog

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

  Menu Path:

  • Accounting > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Periodic Processing > Data Retention Tool > Information system > Segment catalog

• • Program: RTXWCATS

    Screen: 1000

    Authorization Object:

  • Development Package: FTW1

    Package Description: Data Retention Tool

    Parent Package: APPL

  • Module/Component: CA-GTF-DRT

    Description: DART (Data Retention Tool)

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• SAP Tcode: FTWCS - Segment catalog

  
  Overview:
  The SAP transaction code FTWCS is used to access the Segment Catalog in the SAP system. This catalog contains information about the segments of a company's financial statements, such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. The Segment Catalog is used to store and manage segment information for reporting purposes. 
  
  Functionality: 
  The FTWCS transaction code allows users to view and edit the segment information stored in the Segment Catalog. This includes creating new segments, editing existing segments, and deleting segments. Additionally, users can assign segment values to specific accounts or cost centers. This allows for more detailed reporting and analysis of financial data. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  1. Enter the FTWCS transaction code into the SAP system. 
  2. Select the “Create” option to create a new segment. 
  3. Enter the segment name and description. 
  4. Select the “Save” option to save the new segment. 
  5. Select the “Edit” option to edit an existing segment. 
  6. Make any necessary changes to the segment information and select “Save” when finished. 
  7. Select the “Delete” option to delete an existing segment. 
  8. Confirm that you want to delete the segment and select “Yes” when prompted. 
  9. Select the “Assign” option to assign a segment value to an account or cost center. 
  10. Enter the account or cost center number and select “Save” when finished. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is important to regularly review and update the Segment Catalog in order to ensure accurate financial reporting and analysis. Additionally, it is recommended that users familiarize themselves with all of the options available in the FTWCS transaction code in order to maximize its functionality and efficiency when managing segment information in SAP systems.