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Q1. Item category and shipping point determination
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Q2. Shipping conditions controls
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Q3. Give example of how high level item category is used st document level
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High level item category is used at document level to group similar items together for easier tracking and reporting.
• High level item category can be used to classify items based on their type, purpose, or department.

• It helps in organizing and grouping items for better visibility and analysis.

• For example, in a procurement document, high level item category can be used to group all office supplies together for easier tra...read more
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Q4. What is the 17th step in pricing procedure
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The 17th step in pricing procedure is determining the final price based on all previous calculations and adjustments.
• The 17th step involves taking into account all previous steps in the pricing procedure

• It may involve applying discounts, taxes, and any other adjustments to arrive at the final price

• This step is crucial in ensuring that the final price is accurate and competitive
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Q5. Basic configuration steps of output determination
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Output determination involves configuring condition records, access sequences, and output types in SAP ERP system.
• Define condition tables for output determination

• Create access sequences to determine the sequence of condition tables

• Assign condition records to access sequences

• Configure output types and assign them to access sequences

• Test output determination by creating sales orders or invoices
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Q6. Master data tables for customer and material master
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Master data tables for customer and material master are essential for storing detailed information about customers and materials.
• Customer master table stores information about customers such as name, address, contact details, etc.

• Material master table stores information about materials such as description, unit of measure, price, etc.

• These tables are crucial for efficient data management and retrieval in a business sys...read more
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Q7. Multiple invoice, delivery and idocs processing tcodes
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Q8. Item categories for return orders, consignment processes and their schedule lines
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Item categories for return orders, consignment processes, and their schedule lines
• Return orders typically fall under categories like damaged goods, wrong item received, or change of mind

• Consignment processes may involve categories such as delivery scheduling, inventory management, and payment terms

• Schedule lines for return orders and consignment processes help track timelines for actions and deliveries
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Q9. Golden rule of access sequence
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The golden rule of access sequence determines the order in which system accesses condition records in SAP.
• Access sequences are used in SAP to determine the order in which condition records are accessed during pricing determination

• The golden rule states that the system will access condition records in the order they are defined in the access sequence

• If a condition record is found in an earlier step of the access sequenc...read more
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Q10. Placement of tax configuration in pricing procedure
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Tax configuration should be placed at the end of the pricing procedure to ensure accurate calculations.
• Tax configuration should be placed after all other conditions and calculations in the pricing procedure.

• This ensures that taxes are calculated on the final price after all discounts and surcharges have been applied.

• Placing tax configuration at the end helps in avoiding any discrepancies in tax calculations.

• Example: Co...read more
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Q11. Difference between standard order and rush order? How the delivery is created immediately in rush order, where are the controls?
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Standard orders have regular delivery times while rush orders require immediate delivery. Controls for rush orders are typically set in the system.
• Standard orders have regular delivery times based on the company's standard processing and shipping times.

• Rush orders are prioritized for immediate delivery, often with expedited processing and shipping.

• Controls for rush orders are usually set in the system, such as flagging...read more
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It involves 3 rounds
1. Coding round where they asked to build a framework in selenium
2. Technical round for 45 minutes- , JAVA oops concept, Date picker, simple coding questions
3. HR discussion

Q1. Selenium date picker
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Selenium can automate date pickers by interacting with the calendar UI elements to select dates.
• Identify the date picker element using locators like ID, class, or XPath.

• Click on the date picker to open the calendar view.

• Select the desired month and year, if applicable, by navigating through the calendar.

• Click on the specific date to select it.

• Example: Use driver.findElement(By.id('datepicker')).click(); to open the dat...read more
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Q2. How to use excel into java
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Java can interact with Excel files using libraries like Apache POI or JExcelAPI for reading and writing data.
• Use Apache POI library for reading/writing Excel files. Example: Workbook workbook = new XSSFWorkbook();

• To read data: Sheet sheet = workbook.getSheetAt(0); Row row = sheet.getRow(0); Cell cell = row.getCell(0);

• To write data: Cell cell = row.createCell(1); cell.setCellValue('Hello World');

• Add Maven dependency for...read more
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Q1. Package discussion
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Discussing software packages involves understanding their structure, dependencies, and how they facilitate automation testing.
• Packages are collections of code that can be reused across projects, e.g., Selenium for web automation.

• They often include dependencies, which are other packages required for functionality, like TestNG for Java testing.

• Version control is crucial; using package managers like npm or pip helps manag...read more
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Q1. List down Java 8 features and use case
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Java 8 introduced several new features including lambda expressions, streams, and functional interfaces.
• Lambda expressions: Allow for more concise and readable code by enabling functional programming.

• Streams: Provide a way to work with collections of objects in a more functional style.

• Functional interfaces: Interfaces with a single abstract method, used to enable lambda expressions.

• Optional class: Helps to avoid null p...read more
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Q2. List down Spring boot annotation used
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Spring boot annotations are used to simplify the development process by providing metadata to the Spring framework.
• 1. @SpringBootApplication - Main annotation to indicate the main class of a Spring Boot application.

• 2. @RestController - Annotation for RESTful web services.

• 3. @Autowired - Dependency injection annotation.

• 4. @GetMapping, @PostMapping, @PutMapping, @DeleteMapping - Annotations for mapping HTTP requests to c...read more
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Q3. Difference between String builder and String Buffer
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String Builder is not synchronized and faster, while String Buffer is synchronized and slower.
• String Builder is not thread-safe, while String Buffer is thread-safe.

• String Builder is faster due to lack of synchronization, while String Buffer is slower due to synchronization.

• String Builder is recommended for single-threaded operations, while String Buffer is recommended for multi-threaded operations.
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Q4. What is String pool
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String pool is a storage area in memory where strings are stored to optimize memory usage by reusing common strings.
• String pool helps in reducing memory usage by storing only one copy of each unique string.

• Strings created using double quotes are stored in the string pool.

• Strings created using new keyword are not stored in the string pool.
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Q5. Number of memory type have. like heap memory , stack
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There are two main types of memory in a computer system: stack memory and heap memory.
• Stack memory is used for static memory allocation and is managed by the compiler. It is typically faster but limited in size.

• Heap memory is used for dynamic memory allocation and is managed by the programmer. It is slower but has a larger size.

• Examples: C programming language uses stack memory for function calls and heap memory for dy...read more
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Q1. Introduction about me any question
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I am chandana i am bca graduated
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Q2. About job bases
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Job bases refer to the foundational aspects that define a job role, including responsibilities, skills, and work environment.
• Job responsibilities: Define daily tasks, e.g., writing code, debugging, and collaborating with teams.

• Required skills: Technical skills like Python proficiency, understanding of frameworks like Django or Flask.

• Work environment: Can vary from remote work to office settings, impacting collaboration...read more
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Q3. Salary based question
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I am fresher to 2 to 4
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Q4. How to completed
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To complete a task in Python, follow structured steps including planning, coding, testing, and refining your solution.
• Define the problem clearly before starting to code.

• Break the task into smaller, manageable functions or classes.

• Write clean, readable code with comments for clarity.

• Test your code with various inputs to ensure it works as expected.

• Refactor your code to improve efficiency and readability.
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Q5. Job description
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Q1. Tec discussion and issue handeling
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Q1. Tec discussion and issue resolution
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Q1. Merge N sorted Linked List
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Merge N sorted linked lists efficiently using a priority queue or divide and conquer approach.
• Use a priority queue to merge the lists efficiently

• Alternatively, use a divide and conquer approach to merge the lists

• Ensure the final merged list is also sorted
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Q2. What are you looking for? What do you expect? What challenges and conflicts you faced? How did you handle them? Cultural fit question as well
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I am looking for a challenging role in MongoDB Specialist, Cloud where I can utilize my expertise and skills to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Looking for a role that allows me to work with cutting-edge technology like MongoDB in a cloud environment

• Expecting opportunities for growth and development in my career as a MongoDB Specialist

• Have faced challenges in optimizing database performance and resolving complex data m...read more
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Q1. Proper software development process questions. Digging into your project and tech stack. Giving you scenarios to come up with technical solutions.
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Q1. System Design like interview - eventually going down to low level design.
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Q1. What is the most challenging problem you solved? Why was it challenging? How did you solve it? Challenges & conflicts and how to handle them?
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Migrating a large database to MongoDB in a cloud environment
• Challenging due to the size of the database and ensuring data integrity during migration

• Handled conflicts by thoroughly planning the migration process, testing in a staging environment, and monitoring closely during the actual migration

• Used tools like MongoDB Atlas for cloud deployment and data migration
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