What is XML for analysis in SAP BW-BEX - Business Explorer?

SAP Term: XML for analysis

• Component: BW-BEX

• Component Name: Business Explorer

• Description: A protocol specified by Microsoft for exchanging analytical data between client-applications and servers using HTTP and SOAP as a service on the Web. XML for analysis is not restricted to any particular platform, application, or development language. Using XML for Analysis in the BI system allows a third-party reporting tool that is connected to the BI system to communicate directly with the OLAP Online Analytical Processing processor.

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• Key Concepts: 
  XML for Analysis (XMLA) is a protocol used by SAP Business Warehouse (BW) Business Explorer (BEX) to access and analyze data stored in SAP BW. It is an open standard that enables applications to access and analyze data from multiple sources, including SAP BW. XMLA provides a unified interface for accessing and manipulating data from multiple sources, including SAP BW. 
  
  How to use it: 
  XMLA can be used to access and analyze data stored in SAP BW. It provides a unified interface for accessing and manipulating data from multiple sources, including SAP BW. XMLA can be used to create reports, dashboards, and other visualizations of the data stored in SAP BW. It can also be used to create queries and perform calculations on the data stored in SAP BW. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using XMLA to access and analyze data stored in SAP BW, it is important to ensure that the correct version of the protocol is being used. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the correct authentication credentials are being used when accessing the data. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about XMLA and how it can be used with SAP BW, please refer to the official SAP documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and other information about using XMLA with SAP BW.