You can use this component to collect data for SFC numbers or resources without user interaction.
Automated data collection typically requires a custom services project for implementation. It is provided through custom programming done in a programmable logic controller (PLC) for a piece of shop floor equipment, such as an automated test machine, or by another shop floor system.
Automated data collection can be accomplished in the following ways:
Using the Log Parametric Data web service and DC groups
The Log Parametric Data web service is used to store parametric data in either the WIP or ODS database. All data values from the Log Parametric Data web service, and all data values from manual data collection, are stored in the same parametric data tables in the SAP ME database. For more information about the Log Parametric Data web service, see SAP ME Web Services Guide.
Using the Log Parametric Data web service and test plans
Using the Log Parametric Data web service, DC groups, and test plans
Using only the Log Parametric Data web service
Using SAP Plant Connectivity (PCo) with one of the above approaches (see SAP Plant Connectivity)
For more information, see Approaches to Automated Data Collection.