SAP Screen Personas is a user-friendly tool that empowers users to simplify and customize SAP GUI screens to enhance usability and productivity. One of the powerful features within SAP Screen Personas is the Side Panel — a flexible and interactive area on the screen that provides additional functionality without cluttering the main transaction interface.
Side Panels enable users to access essential information and controls alongside the main screen, streamlining workflows and improving the overall user experience.
A Side Panel is a detachable or embedded section that appears on the side (usually right or left) of the main SAP screen. It can display additional data, controls, or navigation options while keeping the primary transaction interface clean and focused.
Side Panels can be used to:
Side Panels can dynamically display content based on the context of the main screen. For example, when working on a sales order, the side panel might show customer credit information or related delivery status.
Users or developers can customize the layout and content of the side panel using SAP Screen Personas’ drag-and-drop interface. This flexibility ensures that only relevant information is displayed.
Side Panels support UI elements like buttons, dropdowns, radio buttons, and input fields, enabling users to trigger actions or navigate without leaving the current screen.
Side Panels can remain open while users interact with the main screen, ensuring easy access to additional functions or information without switching windows.
Implementing Side Panels in SAP Screen Personas generally involves:
SAP Screen Personas Side Panels are a valuable feature that enriches the SAP user experience by providing contextual, interactive, and easily accessible information alongside the main transaction screen. By leveraging side panels, organizations can simplify complex workflows, reduce navigation time, and empower users to work more efficiently.