What is variant in SAP CA-GTF-SB - SAP Smart Business?

SAP Term: variant

• Component: CA-GTF-SB

• Component Name: SAP Smart Business

• Description: A set of filter settings and input parameters for a KPI or a report. Variants are global in nature and can be created without reference to a particular KPI or report.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A variant in SAP Smart Business is a set of parameters that can be used to customize the behavior of an application. Variants are used to define the data that is displayed in an application, as well as the way it is presented. Variants can also be used to define the behavior of an application when certain conditions are met. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Variants can be created and managed in the SAP Smart Business cockpit. To create a variant, select the “Variants” tab and then click “Create Variant”. From there, you can define the parameters for the variant, such as the data that will be displayed and how it will be presented. Once you have saved the variant, it can be applied to an application by selecting it from the “Variants” tab. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a variant, it is important to consider how it will be used. For example, if you are creating a variant for a dashboard, you may want to consider which data points should be included and how they should be presented. Additionally, you may want to consider how the variant should behave when certain conditions are met. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on variants in SAP Smart Business, please refer to the official documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/CA-GTF-SB/latest/en-US/f9f8d7a2b3e14c8f9a7d6c3e2b5f9a1d.html