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

SAP Term: business layer

• Component: BI-BIP-BOE-IDT

• Component Name: Information Design Tool

• Description: A collection of objects dimensions, hierarchies, measures, attributes, and predefined conditions that map to SQL definitions in a database. Business layers are created on a data foundation or an OLAP cube. The principal role of the business layer is to define and organize metadata before it is published as a universe.

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• Key Concepts: 
  The business layer is a component of the SAP BusinessObjects Information Design Tool (IDT). It is used to create a semantic layer between the physical data sources and the business users. This layer allows business users to access data in a way that is meaningful to them, without having to understand the underlying technical details. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The business layer is created by connecting the physical data sources to the IDT. Once connected, the IDT can be used to create objects such as tables, views, and dimensions. These objects are then used to create a semantic layer that can be accessed by business users. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating the business layer, it is important to ensure that all objects are properly linked and that all relationships are correctly defined. This will ensure that the data can be accessed in an efficient and meaningful way. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The business layer is closely related to other components of the SAP BusinessObjects suite such as SAP BusinessObjects Analysis, SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence, and SAP BusinessObjects Dashboards. These components can be used in conjunction with the business layer to create powerful analytics solutions.