SAP PaPM Cloud Universal Model: What’s New as of 2025-05-05?

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Hello SAP Community! 

May has arrived, and it's time to explore what’s fresh and enhanced in SAP PaPM Cloud UM. I'm here to guide you through the latest updates and new features in SAP Profitability and Performance Management Cloud – Universal Model (SAP PaPM Cloud UM). 

If you’d like to revisit earlier updates shared by my colleague, feel free to browse all past blog posts using the PaPMCloudUMWhatsNew tag. 

Let’s start! 

 Model

 Prefer currency field master data over SAP common currencies in Allocation/Model Allocation 

In the SAP PaPM Cloud UM application the decimal places for currencies that are automatically being assigned to an amount is defined on the Standard table SAP Common Currencies.   

A new feature is introduced so that the user can define as master data/association field how many decimal places an amount has for a certain currency.   

The following steps are to be carried out to use this enhancement  

1. Create a Model Entity.  
2. Assign a key figure field with type small integer and assign a value help tag Currency Scale. The Currency Scale value help tag identifies a key figure field with small integer type that it is to be used as the decimal place of the amount. 
3. Create an Association Field for the Model Entity so that it can act as currency master data.  
4. As for the data, assign a number for the key figure from number 2 that will serve as a decimal place holder. 

 

      5. Assign the created Association field from step 3 on a model entity that is using an Amount field. The Association field will now adapt the decimal places defined using the Currency Scale Value help tag.

Note that if a certain currency is not part of the master data it will adapt the decimal places defined on Standard table SAP Common Currencies. 

Model Screen

   Inline Data Preview – Feature Description

The Inline Data Preview feature is now available in both and Hierarchy views, offering users the ability to preview and interact with data directly within their current workflow.

For Network and Hierarchy, please refer to our SAP Help Portal --> Network | SAP Help Portal and Hierarchy | SAP Help Portal.

Activation

• A new Settings Menu is available in the Model Screen.
• From this menu, users can toggle Inline Data Preview ON or OFF.

Functionality

• When Inline Data Preview is enabled and a function is selected in Network or Hierarchy view, a Show Element panel becomes available at the bottom of the screen.
• This Show Element provides functionality like the Show Element in the Report Screen, including:
• Toggle Buttons to switch between Embedded Mode and Full Mode.
• An option to open the Show Screen in a separate browser tab.
• Access to Show Actions.

Event Logs Tab

• The Show Element includes an Event Logs tab.
• This tab displays relevant logs for the selected function, helping users track activity and troubleshoot as needed.

Data Editing

If data is editable in the Show Screen, it is also editable in the Show Element within the Inline DataPreview.

Delete improvements

The “Delete” option should appear in the context menu only when it is applicable to the selected node.

Specifically, it should not be shown for:

• Fulfilled folders, or
• Nodes that are used as input functions

 Show Screen

   Enhanced Event Log Filtering with Multi-Selection Capability

We have improved the Event Logs section in the Data Screen to significantly enhance user experience when analyzing the lifecycle or history of records. Previously users could only select one Event Type at a time or choose "All," which often cluttered the view with irrelevant entries (e.g., numerous READ events), making detailed analysis cumbersome. 

Now: 

• Multi-Selection Enabled: Users can now select multiple Event Types simultaneously (e.g., CREATE, UPDATE, DELETE) using the Event Type filter available under Additional Filters in the Event Logs panel. 

• Streamlined Record Review: The Event Logs list dynamically responds to the selected Event Types, displaying only the events that matter most to you. 

• "All" Option Remains Available: For broader analysis, users can still opt to display all events. 

• Default Selection: By default, the Event Type filter pre-selects the most critical Event Types—CREATE, UPDATE, and DELETE—ensuring a cleaner, more relevant initial view without requiring manual adjustments. 

User Benefits: 

• Focus only on important record changes without distraction from less critical events. 

• Save time by avoiding repetitive manual filtering. 

  Drill Down into Key Figures with Detail Data Display in Pivot Mode

We’re excited to introduce a powerful enhancement —Detail Data Display in Pivot Mode in Data Screen. This new feature gives you deeper insights into your data by allowing you to explore the individual records behind aggregated values directly from the pivot screen, since understanding what contributes to your KPIs is just as important as seeing the number itself. With this enhancement, you no longer have to guess where figures come from—you can now see the exact detail records that make up any aggregated value, right from the report view. 

Key Highlights 

1. Clickable Key Figures 

In Pivot Mode, all key figures are now displayed as interactive links. Simply click on any value to reveal the detail records that contribute to it. 

1. Contextual Detail Records 

Once clicked, a second show screen appears at the bottom of the report. This display applies all: 

• Show screen filters, 

• Dimension values from column labels and row groups, and 

• The correct aggregation logic (e.g., SUM) 

The total result of this list always matches the original key figure—ensuring complete transparency and accuracy. 

1. Additional Data Analysis 

You can also perform additional data analysis by  

• applying filters to second show element with detailed data  

• and creating pivot mode aggregation  

1. Search with Ease 

A full-text search tool in the detail display enables quick filtering across all visible fields—perfect for zeroing in on specific transactions or records. 

1. Persistent Layout 

Your customized view matters. The system remembers your layout preferences, including the state and size of the detail section, and restores them next time you access the screen. 

What This Means for Users 

This update is designed to: 

• Enhance data transparency, 

• Improve root cause analysis, 

• Support faster decision-making, and 

• Eliminate the need to switch between screens or perform manual lookups. 

Whether you’re analyzing financial reports, auditing activities, or exploring operational KPIs, this feature simplifies the journey from summary to detail in just one click. 

 Default Expansion of Parent-Child Records in Layouts 

Layouts now store and restore the expanded state of parent-child records (business objects) automatically when loading Data Screens. 

Key Benefits: 

• Efficiency: No need to manually expand records after each screen load. 

• Consistency: Screens reopen exactly as configured, saving time and effort. 

• Improved Usability: Enhanced navigation when working with hierarchical data structures. 

How It Works: 

1. Expand the desired parent-child records during layout setup. 
2. Save the layout. 
3. Upon reopening, the system automatically applies the stored expanded or collapsed state. 

 Process

  Creation of Team based on User Email 

In the Manage Event Logs, user email address is automatically added to the list under User Teams. 

This means that users can now also create a Team in Manage Teams screen based on user email address. In addition, the Team attribute in Manage Teams during its creation can now be composed of up to 253 characters of lowercase and uppercase letters, numbers and/or special characters (“_”, “-”, “.”, and “@”) with no space in between. 

On the other hand, creation of Team mapped to SAP BTP User Attribute is still possible. 

For more information about Teams, you may check our Application Help for Universal Model: Manage Teams. 

  Report

   Default Expansion of Parent-Child Records in Layouts in Show Element

We can also change the layout to see the expanded state of parent-child records (business objects) in embedded Show Elements. Just the same as in Data Screen. 

Key Benefits: 

• Efficiency: No need to manually expand records after each screen load. 

• Consistency: Screens reopen exactly as configured, saving time and effort. 

• Improved Usability: Enhanced navigation when working with hierarchical data structures. 

How It Works: 

1. When setting up the data in Show Element, expand the desired parent-child records  

1. Save the Element. 

Upon reopening, the system automatically applies the stored expanded or collapsed state. 

  Reference Link to Show Screen

You can now create reference links to Data Screens (with Layouts) directly in your reports! 

Enhancement Details: 

• A new tab called “Show Functions” has been added to the Reference Dialog. 

• This tab allows users to easily configure a link to any layout of Data Screen of a specific function. 

• It provides a flexible way to direct report users to a predefined Data Screen view, enhancing navigation and usability across the system. 

Key Benefits: 

• Faster navigation: Direct users to specific Data Screens without manual searching. 

• Streamlined reporting: Embed meaningful links into reports for quicker insights. 

• Customization: Choose both the function and layout you want the link to point to. 

How It Works: 

1. Open the Reference Dialog while configuring your report. 
2. Switch to the new Show Functions tab. 
3. Select the Function and the Layout you want to reference. 
4. Insert the link into your report content. 

  Citation Feature for Joule Responses

Joule now offers a Citation Feature to enhance transparency and build greater trust in generated responses! 

Enhancement Details: 

• Citations (Sources) are now displayed alongside Joule’s responses and follow-up questions. 

•  Citations are shown in clear, user-readable text. 

• Interactive experience: Clicking on a citation highlights the corresponding source element on the page. 

• Citations are visually formatted to be clearly distinguishable and user-friendly. 

Key Benefits: 

• Transparency: Easily verify the sources behind Joule's responses. 

• Better user experience: Quickly navigate to supporting sources without confusion. 

• Improved accuracy: Each citation is tied to the exact part of the response it supports. 

How It Works: 

1. When Joule generates a response or follow-up question, citations will appear alongside it. 
2. Each citation is clickable, taking you directly to the referenced source element. 
3. Citations are formatted cleanly, making it easy to differentiate sources from the main content. 

That’s all for this update!

We hope these new features and enhancements help you get even more out of SAP PaPM UM. Don’t forget to check back during the first week of each month for the latest “What’s New” posts. If you find this helpful, feel free to share it with your colleagues and network. Thanks for reading!