How to use OPD5 - Flow control definition


SAP Transaction Code - Details

  • Transaction Code: OPD5

    Description: Flow control definition

    Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

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    • Development Package: CY1C

      Package Description: Customizing Resource Planning

      Parent Package: APPL

    • Module/Component: PP-CRP-LVL

      Description: Capacity Leveling


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  • SAP Tcode: OPD5 - Flow control definition
    
    Overview:
    The SAP transaction code OPD5 is used to define the flow control of a process chain. It is used to define the sequence of steps in a process chain and to determine when each step should be executed. 
    
    Functionality: 
    OPD5 allows users to define the flow control of a process chain. This includes setting the sequence of steps, determining when each step should be executed, and setting up dependencies between steps. The flow control can also be used to set up parallel processing and to define conditions for skipping certain steps. 
    
    Step-by-step How to Use: 
    1. Enter transaction code OPD5 in the command field. 
    2. Select the process chain you want to define the flow control for. 
    3. Select the step you want to define the flow control for and click on “Change”. 
    4. Set up the sequence of steps, determine when each step should be executed, and set up dependencies between steps. 
    5. Click on “Save” to save your changes. 
    6. Repeat steps 3-5 for each step in the process chain. 
    7. Click on “Activate” to activate the process chain with the new flow control settings. 
    
    Other Recommendations: 
    It is recommended that users test their process chains with the new flow control settings before activating them in order to ensure that they are working as expected. Additionally, users should make sure that they have sufficient authorization before making any changes to a process chain's flow control settings.
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