Transmitting Overview

The client is designed to run independently of the server. This means that it is not necessary to maintain a constant connection between these two components of the application. The client will function normally on its own and provide you with the information needed to perform your tasks. The only time these two components need to be connected through a network is during a transmit.

A transmit is defined as a communication between the client and server during which information is exchanged. Put another way, a transmit is when the client tells the server what new information it has, based on the information you have given it; and the server tells the client what has changed in the SAP system that is relevant to you. Additionally, the server also provides the client with changes to the application, if any.

When you perform a transmit, the client will first send up any changes you have recorded while performing your work. The server will then add these changes and new information to the SAP application. Next, the server will check the SAP ERP software for new or changed information and retrieve it. It will then send this information down to the client.

Once the client receives new information from the SAP ERP system, it will be displayed to you in the associated screens. For example, items such as new locations or equipment will be available for selection or modification as needed, if applicable. Likewise, any information sent to the SAP ERP will also be available to SAP ERP users immediately.

During a transmit, the server will send down any changes to the application itself. These changes can include new or modified screens, new buttons, or old buttons to remove from existing screens, added and removed fields, and a multitude of other possible changes. When these changes are sent to the client, they will be in effect immediately. After the transmit has completed, you will see any modifications right away. You do not need to restart the client or perform any other special tasks. Normally when these types of changes occur, you will be notified about them in advance and, if necessary, be given instruction on how to use any new features or functionality. Some changes may occur that will not affect how you interact with the client. You may see messages during the transmit that indicate a change has occurred, but it is possible that the change affects the inner workings of the client without changing its appearance.

Transmits can be performed at any time, provided the necessary network structure is available. For example, if performing a transmit using a dial-up modem connection, a phone line must be available. If a wireless connection is in use, the device must be within the coverage area of the wireless network. If the network resources are available, you can perform a transmit any time you wish to update new information to the SAP ERP software and retrieve new information from it.