What is association in SAP EIM-IS - SAP Information Steward?

SAP Term: association

• Component: EIM-IS

• Component Name: SAP Information Steward

• Description: A relationship between terms contained in a Metapedia business glossary and metadata objects.

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• Key Concepts: 
  In SAP Information Steward, an association is a relationship between two data elements. It is used to link data elements that are related to each other, such as a customer and their address. Associations can be used to identify data quality issues, such as when two data elements are related but have different values.
  
  How to use it: 
  To create an association in SAP Information Steward, select the two data elements you want to link and click the “Create Association” button. You can then specify the type of relationship between the two elements, such as “is related to” or “is part of”. You can also add additional information about the association, such as a description or notes.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating associations in SAP Information Steward, it is important to ensure that the relationship between the two data elements is accurate and meaningful. This will help you identify any potential data quality issues more quickly and accurately.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on associations in SAP Information Steward, please refer to the official documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_INFORMATION_STEWARD/4.2/en-US