What is partition in SAP EPM-EA - SAP BusinessObjects Extended Analytics?

SAP Term: partition

• Component: EPM-EA

• Component Name: SAP BusinessObjects Extended Analytics

• Description: A slice of a Microsoft Analysis Services MSAS or SQL Server Analysis Services SSAS cube storing the data.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Partition is a feature of SAP BusinessObjects Extended Analytics (EPM-EA) that allows users to divide their data into smaller, more manageable chunks. This makes it easier to analyze and interpret the data, as well as to identify trends and patterns. Partitioning also helps to reduce the amount of time needed to process large datasets.
  
  How to use it: 
  Partitioning can be done in two ways: manually or automatically. To manually partition data, users can select specific columns or rows from the dataset and assign them to a partition. To automatically partition data, users can use the “Partition Wizard” tool in EPM-EA. This tool allows users to specify criteria for partitioning, such as date ranges or specific values.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the Partition Wizard, it is important to ensure that the criteria used for partitioning are appropriate for the dataset. For example, if the dataset contains dates, it is important to make sure that the date range specified in the Partition Wizard is correct. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all of the data is included in at least one partition.
  
  Related Information: 
  Partitioning is a powerful tool for analyzing large datasets in SAP BusinessObjects Extended Analytics (EPM-EA). It can also be used in conjunction with other features of EPM-EA, such as filtering and sorting, to further refine and analyze data. Additionally, partitioning can be used in combination with other SAP tools, such as SAP HANA and SAP BW/4HANA, to gain deeper insights into data.