What is impact and lineage analysis in SAP EIM-DS - Data Services?

SAP Term: impact and lineage analysis

• Component: EIM-DS

• Component Name: Data Services

• Description: A category of reports on the Management Console that provides end-to-end impact and lineage analysis of tables and columns and SAP BusinessObjects Enterprise objects such as universes, business views, and reports.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Impact and lineage analysis is a feature of SAP Data Services (EIM-DS) that allows users to trace the origin of data and analyze the impact of changes to data. It provides a visual representation of the data flow, allowing users to quickly identify any issues or discrepancies in the data. It also allows users to track the source of data, which can be used for auditing purposes. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Impact and lineage analysis can be used to identify any issues or discrepancies in the data. It can also be used to track the source of data, which can be used for auditing purposes. To use this feature, users must first create a lineage graph that shows the flow of data from its source to its destination. Once the graph is created, users can then analyze the impact of changes to the data by viewing the graph. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a lineage graph, it is important to ensure that all sources and destinations are accurately represented. This will help ensure that any issues or discrepancies in the data are identified quickly and accurately. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes made to the data so that they can be easily traced back to their source. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on impact and lineage analysis, please refer to SAP's official documentation on Data Services (EIM-DS). Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on how to use this feature effectively.