Book Description

Discover how to implement a document management solution using SAP DMS. In this book you’ll find in-depth information on SAP DMS, including what it is and how to plan for an implementation. You'll also develop the skills needed to master this powerful tool by learning about all of the functionality and configuration details. The hands-on, practical approach used throughout the book makes this a must-have resource for anyone who needs to use and configure SAP DMS. First, explore what SAP DMS is, what questions to ask before starting your DMS project, and how to execute basic DMS transactions, such as create, change, and display. Then, uncover the basic SAP DMS configuration and detailed insights on the concepts and steps necessary to configure number ranges, lab offices, and more. You'll quickly learn how to integrate your CAD system with SAP DMS, and understand the tools, benefits, and challenges of the integration. The authors show you how to create a basic document approval workflow to build on and create more complex workflows. Plus, find out how best to go beyond the basic SAP DMS configuration using BAdIs and user exits from SAP, including the different methods, time of execution, and sample usage.