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


SAP Term: InfoCube

  • Component: EIM-IS

  • Component Name: SAP Information Steward

  • Description: A type of InfoProvider that describes a self-contained dataset, for example, from a business oriented area.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    An InfoCube is a multi-dimensional data structure used in SAP Business Warehouse (BW) to store and analyze data. It is composed of a set of dimensions and measures, which are used to store and analyze data. The dimensions are used to categorize the data, while the measures are used to store the actual values. 
    
    How to use it: 
    InfoCubes can be used to create reports and dashboards in SAP BW. They can also be used to create queries and perform data analysis. To create an InfoCube, you must first define the dimensions and measures that will be used. Once the InfoCube is created, you can then load data into it from other sources such as flat files or databases. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When creating an InfoCube, it is important to ensure that the dimensions and measures are properly defined. This will ensure that the data is properly categorized and analyzed. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the data is loaded into the InfoCube correctly. This will ensure that the reports and dashboards created from the InfoCube are accurate. 
    
    Related Information: 
    InfoCubes are just one of many components of SAP Business Warehouse (BW). Other components include Data Warehouses, Data Marts, and Data Stores. Additionally, SAP Information Steward (EIM-IS) can be used to monitor and manage data quality in SAP BW.
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