A BusinessObjects universe is the semantic layer that resides between an organization’s database and the end user, but more importantly, it is a business representation of your data warehouse or transactional database. It allows the user to interact with their data without having to know the complexities of their database or where the data is stored. The universe is created using familiar business terminology to describe the business environment and allows the user to retrieve the data that interests them.
Creating a universe using SAP BusinessObjects is your ultimate guide to mastering the development of BusinessObjects universes using the SAP Information Design Tool. You will find many hands-on exercises as well as hints and best practices within this guide.
The book starts with an introduction to Business Intelligence and where BusinessObjects universes fit into the big picture. Then, we will go through the universe creation process. You will then learn how to create a data foundation (physical layer) and how to establish a new relational database and OLAP connection. Following this, you will learn how to create a business layer. You will also learn how to handle security using user profiles and how to use @Functions such as @AGGREGATE_AWARNESS(). This book will help you to understand the multiuser development environment and how to handle universe version control as well.
This book is a practical guide to creating a SAP BusinessObjects universe. It’s a must have book for any SAP BO universe developer and will act as a reference for beginners and experts alike.