Add a read table entity to a model operation

  • Release version: Zurich
  • Updated March 12, 2026
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    • Specify the read table entity that a Zero Copy Connector for ERP model uses for a read, update, or create operation.

    Before you begin

    Role required: sn_erp_integration.erp_admin

    You must have already added the read operation before you can add an entity to it. For more information, see Add an operation to a model in Zero Copy Connector for ERP.

    Procedure

    1. Navigate to All > Zero Copy Connector for ERP > Zero Copy Connector for ERP Home.
    2. Open the ERP model page by selecting the models icon in the side panel.
    3. Select the model that you want to add an operation entity to.
    4. Select the Manage model button.
    5. Select the Read operation.
    6. Optional: For help finding relevant entities using the Ask AI button, see Use generative AI to help add an entity to a model.
    7. Select Select entity on the Manage entities tab.

      Add operation entities on the manage models tab.

    8. In Select type, select Read table.

      Select the type of entity you're adding.

      You can select Preview table data to view table details before specifying an entity. For more information, see Preview read table entities in Zero Copy Connector for ERP.

    9. In Select entity, specify the read table to use.

      The AI Search for this field can help you find what you're looking for faster, for example by entering Countries instead of T005.

      For table read operations, you may need to check the Model entities tab of the current or another related model to get the table name. Alternatively, ask your SAP admin. For more information, see View and edit the foundation of ERP models.

    10. When you're finished, select Add entity.

      The entity card shows the date and time information was last retrieved.

      Manage model tab with entity card showing retrieval date and time.

    11. Optional: Rearrange and delete table entities as needed.
      Important:
      Reordering deletes any existing table joins for the reordered entities.
      1. Select Rearrange order, drag the tables to the order that you want, and select Confirm reorder.
      2. To remove any tables you don't need, select the delete icon on the card for a table.
        Deleting an entity removes all of its related field mappings and table joins.