SAP Note 597796 - DDS - Pre-Installation/Configuration Checklist

Component : Railcar - Distance Determination Service -

Solution : https://service.sap.com/sap/support/notes/597796 (SAP Service marketplace login required)

Summary :
This SAP Note provides comprehensive guidelines for the installation and configuration of the Distance Determination Service (DDS) within SAP's transportation and freight costing functionalities. It emphasizes the importance of DDS in integrating distance data retrieval from various third-party providers or a local repository, supporting multiple versions of these providers. Required systems include SAP R/3 versions starting from 4.6C to ECC 6.0, along with an external distance provider like MileMaker or PCMiler, and SAP Business Connector. The note also references subsequent steps for obtaining the DDS CD, reading supporting documentation, and applying necessary updates and patches through SAINT or the SAP Service Marketplace. Additional recommendations cover DDS configuration and maintenance to ensure successful implementation and utilization.

Key words :
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