Exam AP-205 Topic 1 Question 18 Discussion
Actual exam question for Salesforce's AP-205 exam
Question #: 18
Topic #: 1
Question #: 18
Topic #: 1
The Cloud Kicks IT architect has asked a consultant to integrate from the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to a Consumer Goods Cloud TPM solution for the downstream processes.
Which key data sources are required? 2
Which key data sources are required? 2
Suggested Answer: A Vote an answer
A successful TPM implementation relies on synchronizing "Master Data" and "Pricing Data" from the ERP, which serves as the system of record.
* Master Data:TheCustomer HierarchyandProduct Hierarchymust be mirrored in TPM so that promotions are planned against the correct entities (e.g., the exact SKU and the exact Bill-To Customer).
* Business Unit Structure:This defines the sales organization (Sales Org) context, ensuring data is siloed and calculated correctly for different markets or divisions.
* Pricing:The critical differentiator in Option A isNet List Price. In Trade Promotion Management, the calculation waterfall typically starts with the List Price to determine the "Base Revenue." Depending on the specific industry standard, companies often rely on theNet List Price(Price after standard trade terms but before promotional discounts) to calculate the financial impact of a tactic. This price is imported from the ERP to ensure the "Planned Spend" in TPM matches the financial reality of the invoicing system.
* Master Data:TheCustomer HierarchyandProduct Hierarchymust be mirrored in TPM so that promotions are planned against the correct entities (e.g., the exact SKU and the exact Bill-To Customer).
* Business Unit Structure:This defines the sales organization (Sales Org) context, ensuring data is siloed and calculated correctly for different markets or divisions.
* Pricing:The critical differentiator in Option A isNet List Price. In Trade Promotion Management, the calculation waterfall typically starts with the List Price to determine the "Base Revenue." Depending on the specific industry standard, companies often rely on theNet List Price(Price after standard trade terms but before promotional discounts) to calculate the financial impact of a tactic. This price is imported from the ERP to ensure the "Planned Spend" in TPM matches the financial reality of the invoicing system.
by Judy at Jul 18, 2026, 12:29 AM
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