Objective:
With 1H 2021 release of SAP SuccessFactors application, new version of Employee Central Data Replication Monitor (former Data Replication Monitor 2.0) UI has been introduced in production mode with improved performance and a new interface. Several new features have been added too.
With 1H 2021 SAP SuccessFactors release, we have reached feature parity to the legacy Data Replication Monitor (deprecated with 1H 2021) and therefore the new Data Replication Monitor (2.0) will be the default UI.
Key Dates for Replacement
- With 1H 2021 release, legacy Data Replication Monitor UI would be called Data Replication Monitor (Deprecated) UI and Data Replication Monitor 2.0 would be called as Data Replication Monitor.
- With 2H 2021, we will decommission legacy Data Replication Monitor UI completely and only new Data Replication Monitor UI would be available with all types of integration content.
The New UI Version will use the same Provisioning switch as the legacy Data Replication Monitor and no change is required in provisioning. However, role-based permission needs to reviewed to make sure all required and additional permissions are already in place to access all features of new Data Replication Monitor UI successfully.
What do I need to do now?
Existing Customers:
- UI enablement: If you are already using legacy Data Replication Monitor prior to 1H 2021 release, new Data Replication Monitor would be enabled for your SAP SuccessFactors instance by default and can be accessed successfully.
- Permission: Review permission documented in guide section and make sure all permissions as per the guide has been granted: LINK (Updated guide link would be available with 2105 preview release)
New Customers:
- UI Enablement: If you are going to start using Data Replication Monitor post 1H 2021 release, feature needs to be enabled by your implementation partner in Provisioning.
- Permission: Review permission documented in guide section and make sure all permissions as per the guide has been granted during implementation: LINK (Updated guide link would be available with 2105 preview release)
After the activation of the new Data Replication Monitor UI, you can use it directly and you will see the same entries as you can see in the legacy Data Replication Monitor. Entries will be synced automatically.
Frequently asked questions
Q1. What happens to the legacy Data Replication Monitor?
- We will decommission the legacy Data Replication Monitor in following steps:
- In 1H 2021 we will mark the legacy Data Replication Monitor as deprecated, but you can still access the legacy Data Replication Monitor.
- In 2H 2021 the legacy Data Replication Monitor will completely be removed from the SuccessFactors System and you cannot access the legacy Data Replication Monitor anymore.
Q2. Is it mandatory for you to use the new Data Replication Monitor?
- No. With 1H 2021 release, new Data Replication Monitor UI would be published in production mode i.e., new Data Replication Monitor UI is ready to be consumed. However, legacy DRM UI would be deprecated i.e. It would still be available on UI till 2H 2021 release. Recommendation would be to use new DRM UI to get familiar with UI and new features included.
Q3. Would there be any data issue or replication status issue if legacy Data Replication Monitor UI and new Data Replication Monitor both are enabled in a SF (SuccessFactors) instance?
- No. There would be no impact. You can have both Data Replication Monitor UIs enabled. However, post 2H 2021 release, legacy Data Replication Monitor UI would be decommissioned completely.
Q4. Would there be different UI for ERP integration and cloud payroll integration?
- No. With new Data Replication Monitor, all integration content type can be accessed via same UI.
Q5. Can the access for new Data Replication Monitor UI be controlled by new set of role-based permissions?
- Yes. Complete detail on RBP (Role Based Permissions) for new Data Replication Monitor UI can be found here: LINK (Updated guide link would be available with 2105 preview release)
Q6. Do I need to adapt my integration to use the new Data Replication Monitor?
- No. The integration does not need to be adapted to use the new Data Replication Monitor. This will be taken care automatically and data will sync with new Data Replication Monitor UI.
Q7. What all are the new features available with new Data Replication Monitor UI?
- Unified UI which supports all replication content type.
- Export to Spreadsheet button to easily export the records (Maximum 1000 in each export) selected in the UI.
- Sort Orders
- Adapt Filters etc
Q8. Is there any different behavior for filters comparing legacy Data Replication Monitor and new Data Replication Monitor?
Q9. Where can I find the “Data Replication Monitor configuration” object?
- You will find the “Data Replication Monitor configuration” object under Admin Center -> Manage Data. You need to create it under “Create New”. More info can be found here: LINK
Q10. How to use Employee Class and Pay Group filter?
Q11. Data for Pay Group filter is read from?
- By default data is read from Compensation Information. However, if you have defined this field under Job information then this can be changed in Manage Data-> “Data Replication Monitor Configuration” to Job Information if needed.
KBA: LINK
Q12. How can I select all values in a filter?
- By selecting the filter criteria, you want to apply and then use the keyboard command Ctrl+A
Additional Resources:
Guide: LINK (Updated guide link would be available with 2105 preview release)
KBA: 2907140 - New Data Replication Monitor - 1H 2021 release - SAP SuccessFactors
Conclusion:
This blog post would help you to understand key features of new Employee Central Data replication Monitor UI.
