How to use FTWF - Data extract browser

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: FTWF

  Description: Data extract browser

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

  Menu Path:

  • Accounting > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Periodic Processing > Data Retention Tool > Information system > Data extract browser

• • Program: RTXWQU01

    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: FTWF - Data extract browser

  
  Overview: 
  FTWF is a SAP transaction code used to extract data from the SAP system. It is used to create and manage data extracts for reporting and analysis purposes. 
  
  Functionality: 
  FTWF allows users to create and manage data extracts from the SAP system. It provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for creating and managing data extracts, as well as for viewing the extracted data. The extracted data can be used for reporting and analysis purposes. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  1. Log into the SAP system using your user ID and password. 
  2. Enter the transaction code FTWF in the command field. 
  3. Select the “Create Extract” option from the menu. 
  4. Enter the required information such as the name of the extract, the type of extract, and the selection criteria for extracting data. 
  5. Select “Execute” to start extracting data from the SAP system. 
  6. Once the extraction is complete, select “Display” to view the extracted data. 
  7. To save the extracted data, select “Save” from the menu and enter a file name for saving the extract file. 
  8. To delete an extract, select “Delete” from the menu and enter the name of the extract to be deleted. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is recommended that users create a backup of their extracts before deleting them in order to avoid any potential data loss. Additionally, users should ensure that they have sufficient access rights to use FTWF before attempting to create or manage extracts in order to avoid any potential security issues.