What is 'fact table' in SAP BW - SAP Business Information Warehouse?

fact table - Overview

• Component: BW

• Component Name: SAP Business Information Warehouse

• Description: Table in the center of an InfoCube star schema. The data part contains all key figures of the InfoCube and the key is formed by links to the entries of the dimensions of the InfoCube.

fact table - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A fact table is a type of table used in a data warehouse. It is the central table in a star schema, which contains the measures or facts of a business process. It is usually linked to multiple dimension tables, which contain the context of the measures. In SAP Business Information Warehouse (BW), fact tables are used to store data from source systems and provide an efficient way to access and analyze data. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Fact tables in BW are used to store data from source systems and provide an efficient way to access and analyze data. They are typically linked to multiple dimension tables, which contain the context of the measures. Fact tables can be used to create reports, dashboards, and other visualizations that allow users to quickly identify trends and patterns in their data. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a fact table in BW, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary fields are included in the table. This will ensure that all of the relevant information is available for analysis. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all of the fields are properly linked to their corresponding dimension tables. This will ensure that all of the data is properly connected and can be easily accessed for analysis. 
  
  Related Information: 
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