What is Relational Metadata API in SAP BW-BEX-UDI - Universal Data Integration?

SAP Term: Relational Metadata API

• Component: BW-BEX-UDI

• Component Name: Universal Data Integration

• Description: A set of interfaces provided by the BI Java SDK for accessing the metadata of a relational data source. Generated via JMI from the SDK's Relational Metadata Model

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• Key Concepts: 
  Relational Metadata API is a component of SAP BW-BEX-UDI (Universal Data Integration) that enables users to access and manage relational metadata. This metadata includes information about the structure of the data, such as tables, columns, and relationships between them. It also includes information about the data itself, such as data types, values, and constraints. This API allows users to access and manipulate this metadata in order to create custom reports and dashboards.
  
  How to use it: 
  The Relational Metadata API can be used to access and manipulate relational metadata in SAP BW-BEX-UDI. To do this, users must first connect to the SAP BW-BEX-UDI system using an appropriate connection string. Once connected, users can use the API to query the relational metadata and create custom reports and dashboards. Additionally, users can use the API to modify existing relational metadata or create new relational metadata. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the Relational Metadata API, it is important to ensure that all queries are properly formatted and that all data types are correctly specified. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all queries are optimized for performance in order to minimize response times. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on the Relational Metadata API, please refer to the SAP BW-BEX-UDI documentation. Additionally, there are several online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use the API.