What is BEx Query Designer in SAP BW-BEX - Business Explorer?

SAP Term: BEx Query Designer

• Component: BW-BEX

• Component Name: Business Explorer

• Description: Tool for defining queries that are based on a selection of characteristics and key figures InfoObjects or on reusable InfoProvider structures. In BEx Query Designer, you can parameterize queries by defining variables for characteristic values, hierarchies, hierarchy nodes, texts , or formulas. You can specify the selection of InfoObjects more precisely by: Restricting characteristics and key figures to characteristic values, characteristic value intervals, and hierarchy nodes Defining calculated and restricted key figures for reuse Defining structures for reuse Defining exceptions Defining conditions Defining exception cells

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• Key Concepts: 
  BEx Query Designer is a component of the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) Business Explorer (BEx) suite. It is a graphical tool used to create and modify queries for reporting and analysis. It allows users to define data sources, select data fields, set filters, and create calculations. It also provides features such as sorting, formatting, and drill-down capabilities.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use BEx Query Designer, users must first define the data source they want to use. This can be done by selecting from a list of available data sources or by creating a new one. Once the data source is defined, users can select the fields they want to include in their query. They can then set filters and create calculations to further refine the query results. Finally, they can sort, format, and add drill-down capabilities to the query.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating queries with BEx Query Designer, it is important to keep in mind that the order of operations matters. For example, if you want to filter out certain values from your query results, you should set the filter before creating any calculations. Additionally, it is important to remember that BEx Query Designer does not support all data sources; some may require additional configuration or setup before they can be used with BEx Query Designer.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on BEx Query Designer, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP representative. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on using BEx Query Designer.