thesis objective 5th march 24
The overarching objective of the thesis titled "Enhancing B2B Communication in SAP Ecosystem: A Model Framework for Reliable EDI Processing" is to develop a comprehensive solution framework that encompasses two key aspects:
Enhancing Custom iFlow for TPM Standard Package iFlows:
- The primary aim is to design and implement custom iFlows within the SAP Integration Suite's TPM V2 package to support the seamless processing of EDI messages and facilitate reliable B2B communication.
- This involves creating custom logic and functionality to enable the generation and transmission of functional acknowledgments (positive and negative) from the custom iFlow to the SAP S/4HANA system via IDoc status messages.
- Additionally, the objective is to integrate TPM agreements, MIG (Master Integration Guide), and MAG (Master Agreement Guide) objects within the Integration Advisor to streamline the agreement creation process and ensure compatibility with SAP S/4HANA and EDI partners.
Designing Custom Mapping Solutions for Typical X12/EDIFACT/SAP IDoc Mapping: ASN (Ship Notice) and Packaging Structures:
- The secondary objective involves designing custom mapping solutions within the SAP Integration Suite's TPM framework to facilitate seamless data transformation and mapping between SAP IDoc structures and EDI formats (e.g., X12, EDIFACT).
- This includes creating graphical mappings to validate output as per EDI requirements, implementing XSLT logic to convert SAP IDoc items and packs to the SO IP format, and designing graphical mappings to achieve hierarchical segment generation for sequence and parent ID generation.
- The goal is to enhance the mapping process, improve data accuracy, and ensure compliance with EDI standards and requirements.