Getting an Overview of Basic Functions and Master Data Flashcards
What is the first building block of utility master data?
The Regional Structure. This defines service areas and master schedules
What are some of the elements used in designing a Region Structure
Zip codes, streets, cities and others are used to define the service map
A Service Map is one component of the Regional Structure. What is the other main component/
The Master Schedule
What does the Master Schedule do?
Defines the rhythm of Meter Reading and Billing. The elements are Portion and Meter Reading Unit
What are the three main areas of Master Data?
Business
Technical
Deregulation
Define Business Master Data
It is the customer centric data. Business Partner, Contract Account, and Contract
Define Technical Master data
It is data associated with the service location, connection object, device location, premise, and installation
Define the Deregulation data
For deregulated utilities this would contain the point-of-delivery and service provider
How are technical and business data linked
Thru the installation and contract
How is technical data linked to the scheduling master data?
Thru the installation and meter reading unit (device)
What sits at the top of the utility company structure?
The company code
What role would SAP Logistics play in a SAP Utilities implementation
Plants act as central org units for maintenance and storage. The material master provides the device, including meters, master. Storage locations provide inventory for ongoing operations
What is the role of a division in an SAP Utilities implementation
For segregation of service products. Such as a Gas division and a separate Electric division
What is the role of the contract account
It provides a sub ledger of open items and payments. These transfer to the general ledger and profitability analysis
