What is expand in SAP EPM-BPC - Business Planning and Consolidation?

SAP Term: expand

• Component: EPM-BPC

• Component Name: Business Planning and Consolidation

• Description: To refresh the current view and run any expansion functions in the active report or input schedule.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Expand is a feature in SAP EPM-BPC Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) that allows users to quickly and easily add additional dimensions to their data. This feature is especially useful when dealing with large datasets, as it allows users to quickly add additional dimensions without having to manually enter each one. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the expand feature in BPC, users must first select the dimension they wish to add. Once selected, they can then click the “Expand” button in the toolbar. This will open a dialog box where users can select the additional dimensions they wish to add. Once selected, BPC will automatically add the new dimensions to the dataset. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the expand feature in BPC, it is important to remember that only certain types of dimensions can be added. For example, only certain types of time-based dimensions such as fiscal year or quarter can be added. Additionally, some dimensions may not be available for expansion depending on the type of data being used. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the expand feature in BPC, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and videos available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use this feature.