What is field catalog in SAP EC-EIS - Executive Information System?

SAP Term: field catalog

• Component: EC-EIS

• Component Name: Executive Information System

• Description: A table that contains all defined fields with their respective attributes from all aspects. Depending on its use, a field can be a characteristic, a basic key figure, or a fixed field of the aspect's data structure such as client, value type, and fiscal year. The field catalog contains field-specific information that is not contained in the ABAP Dictionary, such as the aggregation behavior.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A field catalog is a feature of the SAP Executive Information System (EC-EIS) that allows users to customize the display of data in a report. It enables users to select which fields they want to view, as well as how they want the data to be sorted and grouped. The field catalog also allows users to define the layout of the report, including the font size, color, and alignment of the data. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the field catalog, users must first select the fields they want to view in their report. This can be done by selecting the fields from a list or by entering a search term. Once the desired fields have been selected, users can then customize how they want the data to be displayed. This includes setting the font size, color, and alignment of the data. Finally, users can define how they want the data to be sorted and grouped. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the field catalog, it is important to remember that only certain fields can be selected for each report. Additionally, some fields may not be available for certain reports. It is also important to remember that some fields may require additional information in order to be displayed correctly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the field catalog in SAP EC-EIS, please refer to SAP's official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and videos available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use this feature.