SAP BDC
IntegrationDefinition
SAP Batch Data Communication (BDC) is a technique used in SAP systems for batch data processing and input automation.
Detailed Description
SAP Batch Data Communication (BDC) is a technology for data transfer and automation within SAP systems. It allows for the input of bulk data into an SAP system without user interaction by capturing user actions in the background. BDC is especially useful for mass data migrations, regular data uploads, and automation in legacy systems where standard input interfaces might not be available or practical. It typically involves batch input sessions that emulate the manual process of entering data into transaction screens to update databases.
Key Features
- Automates data entry without manual intervention
- Supports bulk data migration and routine uploads
- Uses batch input sessions for data processing
- Works with various data sources
Common Modules
SAP FI
SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module can utilize BDC for data migrations related to financial transactions.
SAP MM
SAP Material Management (MM) can make use of BDC for automating inventory and procurement data entries.
Examples
Simple BDC Recording Example
A basic example illustrating how BDC can be used to record and execute a batch input session in SAP.
CALL TRANSACTION 'VA01' USING it_bdcdata MODE 'N'.Popular Implementations
Legacy Data Migration
Using BDC in the SAP ERP system to migrate customer data from a legacy CRM system, allowing old records to fit seamlessly into the new SAP framework.