What is 'analytic index' in SAP BW-EI - Expanded Infrastructure?

analytic index - Overview

• Component: BW-EI

• Component Name: Expanded Infrastructure

• Description: Data containers whose data is stored in BW Accelerator or in SAP HANA data. This container can be used as an InfoProvider in Composi teProviders and queries.

analytic index - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  An analytic index is a component of the BW-EI Expanded Infrastructure. It is a data structure that stores and organizes data in a way that makes it easier to analyze. It is used to store and organize large amounts of data in a way that makes it easier to query and analyze. 
  
  How to use it: 
  An analytic index can be used to store and organize large amounts of data in a way that makes it easier to query and analyze. It can be used to store data from multiple sources, such as databases, flat files, and other sources. The data can then be queried and analyzed using the analytic index. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an analytic index, it is important to consider the size of the data set and the type of analysis that will be performed. This will help ensure that the index is optimized for the specific analysis that needs to be done. Additionally, it is important to consider the performance of the index when creating it, as this will affect how quickly queries can be executed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The BW-EI Expanded Infrastructure also includes other components such as InfoCubes, MultiProviders, and ODS objects. These components can be used in conjunction with an analytic index to provide additional functionality for analyzing data. Additionally, there are various tools available for