What is attribute in SAP BI-BIP-BOE-IDT - Information Design Tool?

SAP Term: attribute

• Component: BI-BIP-BOE-IDT

• Component Name: Information Design Tool

• Description: In .unx universes, an object attached to a dimension that provides additional descriptive information about the dimension. An attribute is the equivalent of a detail in .unv universes.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An attribute is a characteristic of an object or entity that can be used to describe it. In SAP BusinessObjects Information Design Tool (IDT), attributes are used to define the properties of a data object. Attributes are used to store information about the data object, such as its name, description, and data type. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Attributes are used to define the properties of a data object in SAP BusinessObjects Information Design Tool (IDT). To create an attribute, select the “Attributes” tab in the IDT interface and click “New Attribute”. Enter the name of the attribute, its description, and its data type. Once the attribute is created, it can be used to store information about the data object. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an attribute in SAP BusinessObjects Information Design Tool (IDT), make sure to give it a descriptive name that accurately reflects its purpose. This will make it easier to identify and use the attribute later on. Additionally, make sure to select an appropriate data type for the attribute; this will ensure that the information stored in the attribute is accurate and consistent. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on attributes in SAP BusinessObjects Information Design Tool (IDT), please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_BUSINESSOBJECTS_INFORMATION_DESIGN_TOOL/4.2/en-US.