About trigger components

Trigger components are always found at the root of the allowance tree of the allowance logic. The different types of trigger component are available depending on the activation type. The following table shows the different types and the relevant activation:

Type of trigger component

Activation

Usage example

Event-Based

Each event

A new allowance is created for a carryover, or an allowance is extended for a stacking

Recurring

Periodic

The allowance counter is reset at the beginning of each month

One-Shot

Once only

The initial quantity is reported at the allowance activation, or the remaining quantity is reported at the allowance expiration

Trigger components

The following types of trigger component are available in SAP Convergent Charging:

Icon

Name

Action/Usage

Event-Based Trigger

Activates a branch when an allowance event triggers the component

Recurring Trigger

Activates a branch when a periodic event triggers the component

One-Shot Trigger

Activates a branch when a one-shot event triggers the component

See also

Other components in the allowance logic