SAP ETL


What Is ETL?

ETL (extract, transform, and load) is the process in which the data is extracted from any data sources and transformed into a proper format for storing and future reference purposes. The data is loaded into a database or data warehouse.

What Is SAP ETL?

SAP ETL tools are employed to route data to and from the SAP systems. These tools help to integrate various systems with each other. They can transform different data formats and clean the data by running some checks; for example, by checking if a name value is set. ETL tools can keep the rules on extracting and transforming data outside of an application.

What Is ETL?

ETL (extract, transform, and load) is the process in which the data is extracted from any data sources and transformed into a proper format for storing and future reference purposes. The data is loaded into a database or data warehouse.

What Is SAP ETL?

SAP ETL tools are employed to route data to and from the SAP systems. These tools help to integrate various systems with each other. They can transform different data formats and clean the data by running some checks; for example, by checking if a name value is set. ETL tools can keep the rules on extracting and transforming data outside of an application.

Depending on the data warehousing strategy, you can extract the data from the source and load it into the SAP NetWeaver BW system or directly access the data in the source without storing it physically in the enterprise data warehouse. The data is integrated virtually into the enterprise data warehouse. Sources for the warehouse can be operational, relational datasets, files, or older systems. Transformations enable you to run a technical cleanup and to consolidate the data.

ETL processes to the initial layer in SAP BW as well as direct access to data are possible using various interfaces, depending on the origin and format of the data. SAP BW allows integration of SAP data and non-SAP data.

Further Resources for SAPinsiders:

SAP BusinessObjects Planning and Consolidation: Integrate Jobs into Your Existing Enterprise ETL. In this article, SAP’s Karunakar Gillella describes how to set up controlled batch jobs for SAP BusinessObjects Planning and Consolidation, version for the Microsoft platform, with any corporate scheduling tool.

Another Way to Create an ETL Daily Run Report. Karen Olsen, Business Intelligence Analyst/Developer for W. W. Grainger, shares her success with creating a custom table to track InfoPackages being transported to production. The table provides users with access to accurate information about the status of their jobs.

24 BW Design and Data Modeling Tips for Optimal ETL. In this article, SAP consultants Catherine Roze, Senior BI Consultant, and Joffy Mathew, Senior BW Consultant, provide tips on ETL optimization in six categories: general design and data modeling, PSA design, InfoCube design, ODS design, Dimensions and characteristics design, and aggregates.

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  1. 5 Best Ways to Import Non-SAP Data into BW

    Published: 01/June/2006

    Reading time: 21 mins

    Weigh the benefits and drawbacks of the five most popular ways of importing non-SAP data into your BW system. Key Concept Getting external data into BW is usually more challenging than retrieving data from SAP systems. A variety of different methods exists, such as flat files; DB Connect; Universal Data Connect; third-party extraction, transformation, and...…

  2. An Insider’s Guide to SAP BusinessObjects and SAP NetWeaver BW: What Tools Should You Use Going Forward?

    Published: 14/May/2009

    Reading time: 17 mins

    Delve into the reporting and analysis tools available with SAP BusinessObjects and SAP NetWeaver BW. Find out when to use which tool, where to find it, and who should be the one using it. Learn which BEx tools SAP will continue to develop and which SAP BusinessObjects tools you should consider for your long-term reporting...…

  3. Selective Data Transition vs. Full Migration: Choosing the Right Approach for SAP S/4HANA

    Reading time: 17 mins

    Migrating from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA involves choosing between Selective Data Transition, which allows for flexible and tailored data migration, and Full Migration, which fully integrates existing systems but requires significant reconfiguration, with specific strategies and thorough preparations critical for successful execution.

  4. To get the most out of your mySAP CRM data warehouse, understand how to use the Analysis Process Designer (APD) and data mining capabilities in your SAP BW system.

    Published: 15/November/2005

    Reading time: 18 mins

    To get the most out of your mySAP CRM data warehouse, understand how to use the Analysis Process Designer (APD) and data mining capabilities in your SAP BW system. Key Concept Starting with BW Release 3.5, Analysis Process Designer (APD) includes embedded data mining functionality. The option of using APD in conjunction with data mining...…

  5. Best Practices in SAP BusinessObjects Data Services Data Flow and Job Design

    Published: 04/February/2011

    Reading time: 9 mins

    Review these best practices in developing a data flow and understand the importance of reusability in SAP BusinessObjects Data Services job design. When constructing a good data flow, it is important to minimize the effort by thinking in terms of reusability up front in the design process. Considering the code as a reusable object is...…

  6. Error Stack in SAP NetWeaver BI Provides Improved Data Load Error Handling

    Published: 01/April/2008

    Reading time: 11 mins

    SAP NetWeaver BI 7.0 introduces new functionality for error handling, such as the error Data Transfer Process and error stack. Find out how to use these new options. Key Concept SAP NetWeaver BI 7.0 contains a modified data staging and distribution process, called the Data Transfer Process, as a part of the extraction, transformation, and...…

  7. Enhance and Simplify Your Data Warehousing with SAP BW 7.5: Live Q&A on the Newest Features and Functions of SAP BW Powered by SAP HANA

    Published: 01/May/2016

    Reading time: 44 mins

    During this live Q&A session, Dr. Bjarne Berg, principal at PwC and speaker at HANA 2016, discussed the new capabilities of the 7.5 edition of SAP BW powered by SAP HANA, and answered readers’ questions on what features have been extended from earlier releases and how to leverage the latest release to improve productivity and…

  8. Technical Considerations for Executing an SAPUI5 Project

    Published: 05/April/2016

    Reading time: 22 mins

    Follow these best practices and tips outlined by Ameya Pimpalgaonkar if you are planning to execute an SAPUI5 project. See how an SAPUI5 project differs from a traditional project and why the design process is essential if you want to avoid technical errors. Key Concept It is essential that all SAPUI5 projects begin with a...…

  9. Configure SAPSprint for Secure Server-Based Printing on Windows

    Published: 17/June/2009

    Reading time: 146 mins

    You can have as wide and varied a range of printing needs as you have business needs. Learn about the available SAPSprint options — what they are and what they do — so you can help your organization meet its specific printing needs. Key Concept Secure Network Communications (SNC) integrates an external security product with...…

  10. SAP BusinessObjects Planning and Consolidation: Integrate Jobs into Your Existing Enterprise ETL

    Published: 13/July/2010

    Reading time: 8 mins

    See how to set up controlled batch jobs for SAP BusinessObjects Planning and Consolidation, version for the Microsoft platform, with any corporate scheduling tool. This allows you to load end-to-end data from SAP NetWeaver BW to SAP BusinessObjects Planning and Consolidation and vice versa. Follow the steps for creating a batch file on the SAP...…