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

hierarchy - Overview

• Component: BI-BIP-BOE-IDT

• Component Name: Information Design Tool

• Description: A collection of members arranged in levels or in a parent-child relationship.

hierarchy - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A hierarchy is a structure of objects that are organized into levels. In SAP BusinessObjects Information Design Tool (IDT), hierarchies are used to organize data into logical groupings. Hierarchies can be used to create drill-down paths, allowing users to explore data in a more meaningful way. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In IDT, hierarchies are created by dragging and dropping objects from the Data Foundation view into the Hierarchy view. Objects can be arranged in any order, and multiple hierarchies can be created for the same object. Once a hierarchy is created, it can be used in reports and dashboards to provide a more meaningful view of the data. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating hierarchies, it is important to consider how the data will be used. For example, if the data is being used for analysis, it may be beneficial to create multiple hierarchies that focus on different aspects of the data. This will allow users to explore the data in different ways and gain more insight into the underlying trends. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on creating hierarchies in IDT, please refer to the SAP BusinessObjects Information Design Tool User Guide. This guide provides detailed instructions on how to create and manage hierarchies in IDT.