What is private view in SAP HAN - SAP HANA?

SAP Term: private view

• Component: HAN

• Component Name: SAP HANA

• Description: SAP A An element of a virtual data model that encapsulates certain SQL transformations on one or several database tables or even on other views. Private views are not classified as reuse views as they might not carry clear business semantics but are rather intended to be reused in other views. They are comparable to subroutines or private methods in programming languages. A private view may be based on database tables, other private views, or on reuse views.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Private view is a feature of SAP HANA that allows users to create their own views of data stored in the system. It enables users to customize their view of the data, allowing them to focus on the information that is most relevant to them. Private views are stored in the user's personal space and are not visible to other users. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To create a private view, users must first select the data they want to include in the view. This can be done by selecting the tables and columns that should be included in the view. Once the data has been selected, users can then create a new view by clicking on the “Create View” button. This will open a new window where users can enter a name for their view and select which columns should be included in the view. Once the view has been created, it can be accessed from the user's personal space. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a private view, it is important to consider how often it will be used and how much data will need to be included in it. If a view is going to be used frequently, it may be beneficial to include more data in order to make it easier to access and use. Additionally, it is important to consider how much data will need to be included in order for the view to be useful. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Private views are just one of many features available in SAP HANA. Other features include column store tables, row store tables, and analytic views. Additionally, SAP HANA also offers a variety of tools for managing and analyzing data such as SQLScript and predictive analytics.