Using model entities in Zero Copy Connector for ERP

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title: Using model entities in Zero Copy Connector for ERP
description: Specify the entity that a model uses for read, update, or create operations.
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# Using model entities in Zero Copy Connector for ERP

Specify the entity that a model uses for read, update, or create operations.

You must have the sn\_erp\_integration.erp\_admin role to create and edit models.

-   Read operations retrieve ERP data by reading a table or using a BAPI, RFC, OData, or REST.
-   Update operations use a BAPI, RFC, OData, IDoc, or REST to write updates to the ERP system.
-   Create operations use a BAPI, RFC, OData, IDoc, or REST to create an instance of the business object in the SAP system.