Perpend Solutions
Specification Version Management by Perpend Solutions
Specification Versioning for SAP ECM
Specification Version Management by Perpend Solutions enhances standard SAP Specification Management by introducing clear, structured version control fully integrated with SAP Engineering Change Management (ECM).
The solution improves traceability, transparency, and user experience by adding explicit or implicit versioning capabilities to standard specification processes—ensuring clear visibility of version history and controlled version validity within release workflows.
Seamless Integration with SAP PLM
Built for SAP Product Lifecycle Management Specification Management, this accelerator integrates version management directly into existing SAP PLM activities and tools.
Version control becomes a natural part of specification creation, modification, and release—without disrupting standard SAP processes.
Key Features
Specification Version Management includes:
Client-specific enhancement options via BADIs
Version selection screen when opening a specification in create or change mode
Automatic version creation when creating new specifications, including version selection during copy processes
Option to create new versions directly from the version overview screen
Centralized overview of all specification versions with status and validity dates
Automatic update of version validity dates during release processes (e.g., upon status change or workflow decision)
Customizing options to activate versioning per specification type and define versioning formats and behaviors
Integration with standard SAP reporting and search functionality
User-Centric Version Control
The solution ensures that all version-related information is easily accessible and clearly structured within standard specification maintenance screens. Users benefit from:
- Clear visibility of version history
- Centralized display of validity dates and status information
- Simplified navigation and improved transparency
- Streamlined processes aligned with existing SAP workflows
Key Benefits
- Enhanced traceability and audit readiness
- Improved control over specification lifecycle changes
- Clear visibility of historical and active versions
- No need to create separate Engineering Change Numbers (ECNs)
- Fully integrated into standard SAP processes
- Ready-to-use solution with pre-developed screens, configurations, and content
- Based on industry best practices
Why Perpend Solutions?
Perpend Solutions leverages deep SAP PLM expertise to enhance standard functionality with practical, user-friendly innovations.
With Specification Version Management, organizations can secure their specification history, simplify release processes, and strengthen governance—while remaining fully aligned with SAP standards.
Discover how Specification Version Management by Perpend Solutions can improve transparency and control within your SAP PLM environment.