Regarding OSS Notes

[Former Member]

Hi all,

What is the purpose of OSS notes. how to implement OSS for my system. And how to check for a particular note. Is there any document regarding this.... Please help me...

This is urgent.... I am new to Basis.

Expecting ur reply....

Architha

[Former Member · Accepted solution]

Hi,

OSS notes is the old name for SAP Notes (OSS was the name of the support system at SAP).

SAP Notes typically contain bug fixes for SAP software. In addition some name may include corrections to guides and manuals, provide some consulting tips, or provide 'hot news' for customers on critical information.

Depending on the correction you may apply the fix in a number of ways:

- Apply an ABAP fix via transaction SNOTE

- Apply Java fixes through the java developer tools

- Apply binary patches by downloading the fix and replacing the existing binary file

- Apply parameters via a file editor or profile editor

- the list goes on... The note typically gives you some application directions.

You can find notes via the SAP Service marketplace (SMP): http://service.sap.com/notes

You will need a support user (sometimes called a S# user) for this and your SAP system administrator can provide this as your company gets these with their license.

One word or advise, learn how to apply the fix using the right tools before trying it blindly. Incorrectly applying a fix can be worse than the original problem to fix.

Cheers,

Mike.