What is 'dimension' in SAP LOD-ANA - SAP Analytics Cloud?

dimension - Overview

• Component: LOD-ANA

• Component Name: SAP Analytics Cloud

• Description: A data object that represents categorical data for example, product category, date, or location.

dimension - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Dimension is a term used in SAP Analytics Cloud (LOD-ANA) to refer to the categories of data that are used to organize and analyze information. Dimensions are used to group related data points together, allowing users to quickly identify trends and patterns in their data. For example, a dimension might be “Region”, which would group together all data points related to a particular region. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Dimensions can be used in SAP Analytics Cloud (LOD-ANA) to create visualizations and reports. When creating a visualization or report, users can select the dimensions they want to use as the basis for their analysis. This allows users to quickly identify trends and patterns in their data based on the dimensions they have chosen. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When selecting dimensions for your analysis, it is important to consider how the different dimensions will interact with each other. For example, if you are analyzing sales data, you may want to consider using both “Region” and “Product” as dimensions, as this will allow you to see how sales of different products vary by region. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Dimensions are just one of the many features available in SAP Analytics Cloud (LOD-ANA). Other features include measures, filters, and calculations, which can be used in combination with dimensions to create powerful visualizations and reports.