What is variable in SAP BW - SAP Business Information Warehouse?

SAP Term: variable

• Component: BW

• Component Name: SAP Business Information Warehouse

• Description: Parameters of a query that are created in the BEx Query Designer and are not actually filled with values processed until the query is inserted into a workbook. Variables act as a place holder for characteristic values, hierarchies, hierarchy nodes, texts, and formula elements. They can be processed in different ways. Variables in SAP Business Explorer are global variables, meaning that they are uniquely defined and are available for the definition of all queries.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A variable in SAP BW is a placeholder for a value that can be changed at runtime. It is used to store values that are used in calculations, filters, and other functions. Variables can be used to store values such as customer numbers, product codes, or any other type of data that needs to be referenced in a calculation or filter. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Variables can be created in the BW system by going to the Variables tab in the BW Modeler. Once created, variables can be used in calculations and filters by referencing the variable name. Variables can also be used in queries and reports by referencing the variable name. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating variables, it is important to give them meaningful names so that they are easy to reference when using them in calculations and filters. It is also important to make sure that the data type of the variable matches the data type of the value that will be stored in it. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on variables in SAP BW, please refer to the SAP BW documentation.