What is 'dimension mapping' in SAP EPM-PCM - SAP BusinessObjects Profitability and Cost Management?

dimension mapping - Overview

• Component: EPM-PCM

• Component Name: SAP BusinessObjects Profitability and Cost Management

• Description: The process of specifying alternate names for items during an import/export so that data can be mapped to different items in the same dimension.

dimension mapping - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Dimension mapping in SAP BusinessObjects Profitability and Cost Management (EPM-PCM) is a process of assigning a dimension to a data source. This allows the data source to be used in the PCM application. The dimension mapping process is used to ensure that the data from the source is correctly mapped to the PCM application. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use dimension mapping in EPM-PCM, first select the data source that you want to map. Then, select the dimension that you want to map it to. Finally, click “Map” to complete the process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When mapping a data source, make sure that all of the dimensions are correctly mapped. This will ensure that all of the data from the source is correctly mapped to the PCM application. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on dimension mapping in EPM-PCM, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on the topic.