SAP BW Data Modeling
How to succeed with InfoObjects, InfoProviders, and SAP Business Content. Step-by-step instruction to optimize your daily work. All new and up-to-date for SAP BW 3.5
(Sprache: Englisch)
This book provides an essential foundation for successful data storage with SAP Business Information Warehouse (SAP BW). You'll benefit from step-by-step advice and instruction on all the most critical aspects of data modeling, beginning with the concept of...
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This book provides an essential foundation for successful data storage with SAP Business Information Warehouse (SAP BW). You'll benefit from step-by-step advice and instruction on all the most critical aspects of data modeling, beginning with the concept of data warehousing and the architecture of SAP BW.
Learn how to set up data modeling and manage master data and transactional data efficiently. A highly detailed sample scenario is used to clarify this complex procedure. The three fundamental topics-InfoObjects, InfoProviders, and SAP Business Content-are introduced consecutively and illustrated in detail with practical examples. The book describes all of their options, special characteristics, and key interdependencies. Finally, the robust appendices serve to provide you with additional help, and come complete with a comprehensive SAP BW glossary.
All information provided is current for SAP BW 3.5, but remains highly valuable to users of previous releases.
Highlights include:
- Overview of Components
- Data Warehousing Concepts: DWH Architecture, OLAP Designs, Multidimensional Data Records, Star Schema, and more
- Introduction to Data Modeling
- SAP BW InfoObjects: InfoAreas, InfoObjectCatalogs, SAP Business Content InfoObjects, Creating Your Own InfoObjects, and much more
- SAP BW InfoProviders: InfoCubes, ODS Objects, InfoObjects, MultiProviders, and much more
- SAP Business Content: Elements, Use, Problems, and Recommended Solutions
- Detailed Sample Scenarios
- Appendices: SAP BW Glossary, Transaction Codes, Metadata Tables, Sample Models, Data Models, and much more
Klappentext zu „SAP BW Data Modeling “
This book provides an essential foundation for successful data storage with SAP Business Information Warehouse (SAP BW). You'll benefit from step-by-step advice and instruction on all the most critical aspects of data modeling, beginning with the concept of data warehousing and the architecture of SAP BW.Learn how to set up data modeling and manage master data and transactional data efficiently. A highly detailed sample scenario is used to clarify this complex procedure. The three fundamental topics-InfoObjects, InfoProviders, and SAP Business Content-are introduced consecutively and illustrated in detail with practical examples. The book describes all of their options, special characteristics, and key interdependencies. Finally, the robust appendices serve to provide you with additional help, and come complete with a comprehensive SAP BW glossary.
All information provided is current for SAP BW 3.5, but remains highly valuable to users of previous releases.
Highlights include:
Overview of Components
Data Warehousing Concepts: DWH Architecture, OLAP Designs, Multidimensional Data Records, Star Schema, and more
Introduction to Data Modeling
SAP BW InfoObjects: InfoAreas, InfoObjectCatalogs, SAP Business Content InfoObjects, Creating Your Own InfoObjects, and much more
SAP BW InfoProviders: InfoCubes, ODS Objects, InfoObjects, MultiProviders, and much more
SAP Business Content: Elements, Use, Problems, and Recommended Solutions
Detailed Sample Scenarios
Appendices: SAP BW Glossary, Transaction Codes, Metadata Tables, Sample Models, Data Models, and much more
Inhaltsverzeichnis zu „SAP BW Data Modeling “
Preface ... 13Foreword ... 15
Introduction and Overview ... 17
1. Data Warehousing Concepts ... 23
... 1.1 Introduction ... 23
... 1.2 OLTP and DWH: Different Requirements ... 24
... 1.3 Historical Observations ... 26
... 1.4 Typical Characteristics of Data Warehouses ... 29
... 1.5 Data Warehouse Architecture ... 34
... 1.6 OLAP Designs ... 51
... 1.7 The Multidimensional Data Model ... 54
... 1.8 Navigation in Multidimensional Data Sets ... 58
... 1.9 The Classic Star Schema ... 61
... 1.10 The Classic Snowflake Schema ... 62
... 1.11 The Enhanced Star Schema of SAP BW ... 62
2. SAP Business Information Warehouse-Overview of Components ... 67
... 2.1 The Architecture of SAP BW ... 67
... 2.2 Data Storage in SAP BW ... 69
... 2.3 Data Acquisition ... 75
... 2.4 Reporting and Analysis Tools ... 81
... 2.5 Open Hub Service ... 96
... 2.6 Additional Functions and Components ... 96
... 2.7 SAP Business Content ... 97
... 2.8 The Position of SAP Business Information Warehouse ... 99
3. Introduction to Data Modeling ... 101
... 3.1 Introduction ... 101
... 3.2 Some Theory ... 103
... 3.3 Conceptual Approaches to Modeling: Excursus ... 105
... 3.4 Back to Practice: Procedures for DWH Projects ... 113
... 3.5 Modeling (Conceptual and Physical Schema) ... 116
4. Sample Scenario ... 121
... 4.1 The Model Company: CubeServ Engines ... 121
... 4.2 Requirements of the Case Study ... 124
... 4.3 Procedure and the SAP Components Involved ... 127
... 4.4 Details on Data Modeling ... 128
... 4.5 A Look Ahead: Additional Steps in the Implementation ... 131
5. InfoObjects of SAP BW ... 133
... 5.1 InfoAreas and InfoObjectCatalogs ... 133
... 5.2 InfoObjects of SAP Business Content ... 142
... 5.3 Configuration of Your Own InfoObjects Based on SAP Business Content InfoObjects ... 157
... 5.4 Modifying SAP Business Content InfoObjects ... 162
... 5.5 Creating Your
... mehr
Own InfoObjects ... 172
6. InfoProviders of SAP BW ... 189
... 6.1 Selective Approach ... 189
... 6.2 Characteristics as a Basis for Master Data Reporting ... 189
... 6.3 Financial Reporting ... 192
... 6.4 Profitability Analysis ... 223
... 6.5 Sales & Distribution ... 252
7. SAP Business Content ... 285
... 7.1 Elements of SAP Business Content ... 286
... 7.2 Fundamental Problems of SAP Business Content ... 286
... 7.3 Using SAP Business Content Versus Proprietary Objects ... 292
... 7.4 SAP Business Content in Selected Application Areas ... 293
... 7.5 Conclusion ... 303
Appendix
A. Abbreviations ... 305
B. InfoObjectCatalogs ... 307
C. ODS Objects ... 315
D. InfoCube "Actual Data: Profit and Loss Statement" ... 331
E. MultiProviders ... 351
F. InfoSets ... 359
G. Transaction Codes ... 365
H. Metadata Tables ... 369
Glossary ... 373
Literature ... 423
Authors ... 427
Index ... 429
6. InfoProviders of SAP BW ... 189
... 6.1 Selective Approach ... 189
... 6.2 Characteristics as a Basis for Master Data Reporting ... 189
... 6.3 Financial Reporting ... 192
... 6.4 Profitability Analysis ... 223
... 6.5 Sales & Distribution ... 252
7. SAP Business Content ... 285
... 7.1 Elements of SAP Business Content ... 286
... 7.2 Fundamental Problems of SAP Business Content ... 286
... 7.3 Using SAP Business Content Versus Proprietary Objects ... 292
... 7.4 SAP Business Content in Selected Application Areas ... 293
... 7.5 Conclusion ... 303
Appendix
A. Abbreviations ... 305
B. InfoObjectCatalogs ... 307
C. ODS Objects ... 315
D. InfoCube "Actual Data: Profit and Loss Statement" ... 331
E. MultiProviders ... 351
F. InfoSets ... 359
G. Transaction Codes ... 365
H. Metadata Tables ... 369
Glossary ... 373
Literature ... 423
Authors ... 427
Index ... 429
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Autoren-Porträt von Norbert Egger, Jean-Marie R. Fiechter, Jens Rohlf
Norbert Egger is the Managing Director of the CubeServ Group, which specializes in BI solutions. In 1996, he established the world's first data warehouse based on SAP. Since then, he has implemented hundreds of projects with SAP BW and SAP SEM. He has many years of experience in the operation of SAP-based BI solutions.
Bibliographische Angaben
- Autoren: Norbert Egger , Jean-Marie R. Fiechter , Jens Rohlf
- 2005, Repr. Ed., 437 Seiten, mit zahlreichen Abbildungen, Maße: 18 x 24,6 cm, Gebunden, Englisch
- Verlag: Rheinwerk Verlag
- ISBN-10: 1592290434
- ISBN-13: 9781592290437
Sprache:
Englisch
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