What is data provider in SAP BW-BEX - Business Explorer?

SAP Term: data provider

• Component: BW-BEX

• Component Name: Business Explorer

• Description: Object that delivers data for one or more Web items at runtime. There are two types of data providers: Query view This type of data provider usually returns data for Web items or design items that display the result of a query or query view, such as a table or a chart, for example. Filter This type of data provider ususally returns data for Web items or design items that allow you to filter data, such as a dropdown box or checkbox group, for example. You define data providers in the BEx Analyzer or in the BEx Web Application Designer and link them to the interface elements of the BEx application to be created. At the runtime of the BEx application, you can change the defined situation at start of the data provider, using commands.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A data provider is a component of the BW-BEX Business Explorer that provides data to the system. It is responsible for collecting, organizing, and storing data from various sources. The data provider can be used to create reports, analyze data, and make decisions based on the information it provides. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Data providers can be used to access data from multiple sources, such as databases, flat files, and web services. They can also be used to create reports and analyze data. To use a data provider, you must first create a connection to the source of the data. Once the connection is established, you can then select the fields you want to include in your report or analysis. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a connection to a data source, make sure that you have all of the necessary credentials and permissions in order to access the data. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the data is up-to-date and accurate before using it in your report or analysis. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Data providers are an important part of the BW-BEX Business Explorer and are used in many different areas of business intelligence. For more information on how to use data providers, please refer to SAP's documentation on BW-BEX Business Explorer.