Modeling the Distribution (SAP Library - ALE/EDI Business Processes)

Modeling the Distribution

The systems involved in the distribution must know which messages are to be distributed. They must know where the messages are coming from and where they are going to. This information is specified in the distribution model. The distribution is based on the distribution model and is directly controlled by it.

The following sections show you how to model a message flow between your two logical systems. You are going to distribute material master data from one logical system to another.

Modeling involves maintaining model views of the distribution model. To create a new distribution model view follow the steps below:

Logon to the logical system from which you want to send materials to another system (sending system LOGSYS0100) .

From the R/3 Implementation Guide screen, choose Basis ® Application Link Enabling (ALE) ® Modeling and Implementing Business Processes ® Maintain Distribution Model.

Create the model view. Select Create model view. Enter the technical name GETSTART and a description for it.

Define the sending and receiving systems and the message type. Position the cursor on GETSTART and select Add message type.
A dialog box appears.
Enter the logical system name of the sender LOGSYS0100 and the receiver LOGSYS0200 and the message type MATMAS .

Save the distribution model.

See also:

Modeling the Distribution in ALE Introduction and Administration.

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