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What is target in SAP EIM-DS - Data Services?


SAP Term: target

  • Component: EIM-DS

  • Component Name: Data Services

  • Description: The object into which the application loads extracted and transformed data in a data flow.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    Target is a term used in SAP EIM-DS Data Services to refer to the destination of data that is being extracted, transformed, and loaded (ETL). It is the final repository for the data, such as a database table or file. 
    
    How to use it: 
    In order to use target in SAP EIM-DS Data Services, you must first define the target in the Data Services Designer. This includes specifying the type of target (e.g. database table or file), the connection details (e.g. server name and port number), and any other necessary information. Once the target is defined, you can then create a job that will extract, transform, and load data into the target. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When defining a target in SAP EIM-DS Data Services, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary information is provided. This includes not only the connection details but also any other information that may be required for the target (e.g. table name or file path). Additionally, it is important to ensure that the target is properly configured before attempting to extract, transform, and load data into it. 
    
    Related Information: 
    For more information on how to use targets in SAP EIM-DS Data Services, please refer to the official documentation available on SAP's website. Additionally, there are many tutorials available online that provide step-by-step instructions on how to define and use targets in SAP EIM-DS Data Services.
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