SAP Architecting EDI with IDocs 736pages software manual

Architecting EDI with SAP IDocs The pharmaceuticals industry does it, retail does it — even Hollywood does it: EDI using SAP. Written in an entertaining, narrative style, this book teaches developers and system architects everything needed to plan for, design, and — most importantly — implement a complex SAP-EDI scenario. Enter the glamorous world of Hollywood and see how they make their money through SAP-EDI architectures!

1 Designing the architecture
Follow the transition to the new world of EDI by analyzing processes and documenting the legacy systems. A detailed blueprint of the to-be architecture will prepare you for the project.

2 The technical standards
Learn everything about EDI data exchange, the SAP IDoc interface, and the tools for building custom IDocs and modifying the standard.

3 Building the SAP EDI system on IDocs
Watch the implementation step by step: You’ll benefit from functional and technical specifications for each interface used, mappings, custom development objects, and lots of code.

4 Preparing and ensuring production
Development is complete, now get ready for go-live: Chapters on testing, troubleshooting, and system recovery arm you for the intricacies of daily business.

5 The storyline: A real-world scenario
This book doesn’t just tell you what could be possible — it shows how you do it. Using a real-world order-to-cash scenario with three business partners that begins on the first page, you’ll follow the implementation phase by phase.