What is other source in SAP EIM-DS - Data Services?

SAP Term: other source

• Component: EIM-DS

• Component Name: Data Services

• Description: In a Match transform, data that should be treated as transparent, such as seed sources, and as such are not counted in determining how to characterize a match group.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Other Source is a feature of SAP Data Services that allows users to access data from external sources, such as flat files, databases, and web services. It enables users to integrate data from multiple sources into a single data flow. This feature also allows users to transform and cleanse the data before loading it into the target system. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use Other Source, users must first create a connection to the external source. This can be done by selecting the “Other Source” option in the Data Services Designer. Once the connection is established, users can then select the data they want to access and transform it as needed. Finally, users can load the transformed data into the target system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using Other Source, it is important to ensure that the data is properly formatted and cleansed before loading it into the target system. This will help ensure that the data is accurate and up-to-date. Additionally, it is important to test the connection to the external source before loading any data. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Other Source, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on Data Services Designer. Additionally, there are many online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use this feature.