Data Modeling in SAP NetWeaver BW. von Frank K. Wolf,

Master data modeling for BW!

Data Modeling in SAP NetWeaver BW

written by Frank K. Wolf, Stefan Yamada

554 pages, 2010, Print edition hardcover
ISBN 978-1-59229-346-9 554 pages, 2010
E-book formats: EPUB, MOBI, PDF, online
ISBN 978-1-59229-697-2 554 pages, 2010, Print edition hardcover
E-book formats: EPUB, MOBI, PDF, online
ISBN 978-1-59229-698-9

An SAP BW system is only as good as its data models. Have you mastered the skill? This book will teach you what you need to know to become an expert in the art of data modeling. Build flexible models that not only satisfy existing requirements, but are positioned to adapt and grow with a company's changing needs. This is your must-have guide!

Learn how to develop and implement successful BW data models
Find out what you need to know about architecture, InfoObjects, InfoProviders, and SAP Business Content
Master data modeling for planning applications

About the Book About the E-book 554 pages, hardcover, 1.25 in. Reference book format 6.9 x 9 in. Printed black and white on 60# offset paper from sustainable sources. Casebound for durability. Reader-friendly serif font (Linotype Syntax 9.5 Pt.). One-column layout. E-book in black and white. PDF (16 MB), EPUB (26 MB), and MOBI file (43 MB) for download, DRM-free with personalized digital watermark. Copy & paste, bookmarks, and print-out permitted. Table of contents, in-text references, and index fully linked. Including online book edition in dedicated reader application.

In this book, you'll learn about:

Principles of Data Modeling

Master the fundamentals of data modeling, including architecture, frontend tools, and the Data Warehousing Workbench.
EDW, Reporting Layer, Planning Applications

Learn about data modeling for different scenarios, including EDW, the reporting layer, and planning applications.
Flexible Data Models

Understand why and how to develop a flexible data model.
Case Studies

Benefit from extensive case studies that use actual data modeling project examples to illustrate how to develop a data model and how to use SAP Business Content for specific purposes.

Highlights include:

Basic principles
InfoProviders
LSA architecture
SAP Business Content
EDW modeling
Reporting layer modeling
Planning application modeling
Data retention

Reading Sample

»Think beyond just ETL, staging, and BEx.«

Frank K. Wolf works as a consultant focusing on data modeling, data warehouse architecture, and the implementation of complex reporting environments using SAP BW and SAP BusinessObjects BI.

Stefan Yamada implements large, global SAP BW customer projects as a freelance consultant. His work focuses on backend development and data modeling.

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Master data modeling for BW!