These are used to logically, safely and flexibly organize the data in a business enterprise. Internal reporting is a managerial tool in the daily operations. External reporting is required by governmental units controlling the legal structure of the corporation, such as, the IRS state taxing authorities, SEC etc. This structure eliminates redundant data and is shared by all SAP Modules. It is a critical aspect of the robustness of the system.
Classification is the assignment of objects to a class.
Each class has standard characteristics. Matchcodes are query tools used to find specific information using search methods. Security is administered for objects, profiles and authorizations. Users are only authorized to see or change the parts of the system required by their job responsibilities. In order to understand a system like SAP a thorough understanding of the events and relationships that take place in a business is required.