What is filter in SAP BW-BEX - Business Explorer?

SAP Term: filter

• Component: BW-BEX

• Component Name: Business Explorer

• Description: Object that describes the multidimensional segment of data from a dataset. In reporting, analysis and planning, filters are used to restrict data to a specific business area, specific product groups, specific timespans, etc. By segmenting the dataset, users or user groups can get restricted access to the data that is relevant to them or that only specific data areas are visible within an application scenario. Filters can be saved so that they can be used in other contexts again.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A filter is a feature of the BW-BEX Business Explorer that allows users to narrow down the data they are viewing. It allows users to select specific criteria to limit the data that is displayed. This can be done by selecting specific values, ranges, or conditions. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the filter feature, users must first select the data they want to view. Then, they can click on the “Filter” button in the toolbar. This will open a window where users can select the criteria they want to use to limit the data. Once they have selected their criteria, they can click “Apply” and the data will be filtered accordingly. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using filters, it is important to remember that only data that meets all of the criteria will be displayed. For example, if you select two criteria (e.g., “Region = North America” and “Product = Widgets”), only data that meets both of those criteria will be displayed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using filters in BW-BEX Business Explorer, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/BW_BEX/7.5/en-US/f3f9a8d2b6c14f8a9f3d7c2b1e4d7a6b.html