What is design mode in SAP BW-BEX - Business Explorer?

SAP Term: design mode

• Component: BW-BEX

• Component Name: Business Explorer

• Description: BEx Analyzer mode in which you design the interface for your query applications.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Design mode is a feature of BW-BEX Business Explorer that allows users to create and modify reports. It provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for creating and editing queries, defining variables, and setting up report layouts. Design mode also allows users to add additional features such as charts, tables, and filters. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use design mode, open the BW-BEX Business Explorer application and select the “Design Mode” option from the main menu. This will open a new window with a graphical interface for creating and editing queries. Users can then define variables, set up report layouts, and add additional features such as charts, tables, and filters. Once the report is complete, users can save it and run it from the main menu. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using design mode, it is important to remember to save your work frequently. This will help ensure that any changes you make are not lost if the application crashes or if you accidentally close the window. Additionally, it is helpful to use the “Preview” option before running a report to make sure that all of the settings are correct. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using design mode in BW-BEX Business Explorer, please refer to the official documentation provided by SAP. Additionally, there are many online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use design mode.