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Asynchronous Message Handling with SAP HANA Cloud Integration

See how to use SAP HANA Cloud Integration (SAP HCI) for modeling asynchronous integration scenarios. You use an asynchronous interface defined in a WSDL file for the configuration of the Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP) channel to specify the asynchronous nature of the communication. Once the message processing is completed, the resulting message is forwarded...…
Timer-Based Message Transfer Using SAP HANA Cloud Integration

Volker Stiehl explains how to use SAP HANA Cloud Integration (SAP HCI) for modeling the time-based activation of integration flows. Also see how to call an external web service by means of the Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP) adapter. The use of namespace mappings clarifies how to work with several web services in one integration...…
8 Simple Steps for Creating a Successful Dashboard (Part 1): An Overview

Increasingly, business users are requesting that dashboard designers provide compelling data visualizations that outline the overall situation of a company, while at the same time demanding that this be done more quickly. This leaves less time to gather the requirements, come up with the correct data, and develop a great design. Learn how to streamline...…
8 Simple Steps for Creating a Successful Dashboard (Part 2): Steps 1 – 4

In this second part of a three-part series of articles, learn about the first four steps of this new approach to building better dashboards. Key Concept One key for creating a successful dashboard is to have a complete grasp of the actual business problem that the dashboard should solve. This process also includes interacting with...…
Introduction to the ABAP Data Dictionary and Managing Data Dictionary Objects (Chapter 5)

This sample chapter (chapter 5) from Faisal Altaf’s book, “Introduction to ABAP: A Project-Driven Guide,” is an overview of the ABAP Data Dictionary. The book uses the example of a point of sale project to introduce ABAP. As a current SAP Experts member you can read the eBook (online or download) with no extra charge...…
Part 1: An Introduction to Security Implementations in the SAP BusinessObjects BI Platform

Gain an overview of the enterprise security model in the SAP BusinessObjects BI platform. Learn the main differences between the three different types of security-access levels (e.g., object-level, application-level, and data-level) and discover the right case or business scenario in which to use each security-access level. Finally, learn how to create and use a security...…
How to Build Tiles for Use in SuccessFactors Dashboards 2.0 Reports Dashboards

Learn the step-by-step process for creating tiles for dashboard reports within the SuccessFactors Dashboards 2.0 Reports functionality. Key Concept The SuccessFactors Dashboards 2.0 Reports functionality is a high-visibility tool for presenting data graphically. With its new features, you can now see data from the different SuccessFactors modules—not just performance and goals data—in different types of...…
Part 2: Implementing Security in SAP BusinessObjects Universes with the Information Design Tool

Learn how to implement security in SAP BusinessObjects Universes using the Information Design Tool security editor. Also learn how to assign the created profiles to specific users or groups of users. Finally, watch the accompanying demo video to learn how to use the security editor to create different security profiles. Key Concept The security editor...…
6 Ways to Troubleshoot Common Issues with SAP BusinessObjects Planning and Consolidation Configuration

Discover how using a well-planned approach for configuring SAP BusinessObjects Planning and Consolidation, version for SAP NetWeaver can also serve as the starting point for troubleshooting system-related problems that can arise. Key Concept Troubleshooting consists of the ability to apply debugging and logging techniques to technical problems caused by inconsistent configuration. If you understand common...…
Step-by-Step Statistical Forecasting Using SAP APO

ManagementLearn a 15-step methodology for executing forecasting projects in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization. Understand the most common methods of statistical analysis. Learn best practices for implementing these methods in practice. Key Concept Forecast strategies are used in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization to decide how forecast values are calculated. Selecting a method depends on...…