SAP Press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc) function

The SAP Press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc) function in RPA.

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This article describes the RPA SAP functionality to press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc).

For a full list of available functions, please read SAP functions.


Description

The SAP Press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc) function allows you to press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc).


Setting it up

To use the SAP Press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc) function, follow these instructions:

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Once on a process map:

  1. Navigate to the process where you would like to add the SAP Press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc) function
  2. Click on the green button’s drop-down (right side of the green button labelled “Process”)
  3. On the menu that appears, click on the “+ Activity” item
  4. From here you can select the SAP Press (keys like enter, shift, caps lock, etc) option
  5. Click "Add" once you are done

Input parameters

ParameterRequiredTypeDefaultDescription
WindowYesText-The SAP window title
KeyYesSelect-The key to press (Enter, F5, Tab, etc.)
IterationsYesNumber1Number of times to press
IntervalYesNumber0Seconds between presses
TypeNoSelect-The element type
IDNoText-The SAP element ID
NameNoText-The SAP element name

Output variables

This action does not produce output variables.


Errors

ErrorDescription
SAP not openSAP GUI is not running

Tips

  • Use this to press keyboard keys like Enter, Tab, or function keys in SAP

Related functions

See it working on your own data

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