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

SAP Term: temporal set

• Component: BI-BIP-BOE-IDT

• Component Name: Information Design Tool

• Description: A type of set that contains lists of values based on calendar periods. For example, the start and end dates that bank customers join and leave gold and platinum client categories. This differentiates it from a static set that contains fixed values that are not subject to change over a time period.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A temporal set is a feature of SAP BusinessObjects Information Design Tool (IDT) that allows users to create a set of objects that are linked to a specific time period. This allows users to easily access and analyze data from a specific time period, such as a quarter or year. Temporal sets can be used to compare data from different time periods, or to analyze trends over time. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To create a temporal set in IDT, users must first create a universe. Once the universe is created, users can then create a temporal set by selecting the “Create Temporal Set” option from the “Tools” menu. Users will then be prompted to select the objects they wish to include in the temporal set, as well as the time period they wish to analyze. Once the temporal set is created, users can then use it to analyze data from the specified time period. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a temporal set, it is important to ensure that all of the objects included in the set are linked to the same time period. This will ensure that all of the data being analyzed is from the same time period and will make it easier for users to compare and analyze trends over time. Additionally, it is important to note that temporal sets can only be used with universes created in IDT. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on creating and using temporal sets in IDT, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on temporal sets. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and videos available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create and use temporal sets in IDT.