How to use FTWD - Verify data extract checksums

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: FTWD

  Description: Verify data extract checksums

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

  Menu Path:

  • Accounting > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Periodic Processing > Data Retention Tool > Extras > Verify data checksums

• • Program: RTXWCHK2

    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: FTWD - Verify data extract checksums

  
  Overview:
  The SAP transaction code FTWD is used to verify the checksums of data extracts. This is a useful tool for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data extracts. 
  
  Functionality: 
  FTWD allows users to check the checksums of data extracts. Checksums are a type of digital signature that can be used to verify the accuracy and integrity of data extracts. The checksum is calculated by taking the sum of all the bytes in the data extract and then comparing it to a predetermined value. If the two values match, then the data extract is considered valid. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  To use FTWD, follow these steps 
  1. Enter transaction code FTWD in the command field. 
  2. Select the data extract you want to check from the list of available extracts. 
  3. Enter the checksum value for the selected extract in the “Checksum” field. 
  4. Click “Verify” to compare the entered checksum value with that of the selected extract. 
  5. If the two values match, then the data extract is considered valid and can be used for further processing. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is recommended that users regularly check their data extracts using FTWD to ensure accuracy and integrity. Additionally, users should always back up their data extracts before verifying them with FTWD in case any errors occur during verification.