What is data provider in SAP EPM-DSM - Disclosure Management?

SAP Term: data provider

• Component: EPM-DSM

• Component Name: Disclosure Management

• Description: A subset of the data in a data source that can be connected datalinked to a report document. &Example& If the data source is an Excel sheet, tabs and named ranges can be data providers. If the data source is an SAP BW system, BW queries can be data providers.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Data providers are the source of data used in SAP Disclosure Management (EPM-DSM). They are responsible for providing the data that is used to create reports and documents. Data providers can be external sources such as databases, spreadsheets, or other applications, or they can be internal sources such as SAP systems. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Data providers are used to provide data for reports and documents in SAP Disclosure Management. To use a data provider, you must first create a connection between the data provider and the SAP system. Once the connection is established, you can select the data provider and specify which fields you want to include in your report or document. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a connection between a data provider and SAP Disclosure Management, make sure that the connection is secure and that all of the necessary fields are included. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the data is up-to-date and accurate before using it in your report or document. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using data providers in SAP Disclosure Management, please refer to the official documentation available on the SAP website. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and resources available that can help you learn more about using data providers in SAP Disclosure Management.