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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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5 Steps to Real-Time Data Analysis with Virtual InfoProviders and XcelsiusJan 11, 2011 — Engage executives, management, and end users with real-time data visualizations using virtual InfoProviders and Xcelsius. Key Concept Using virtual InfoProviders in SAP NetWeaver BW and Xcelsius, you can carry out on-demand analysis of enterprise data in real time without the heavy lifting of data extraction or extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL). End users can build […]
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Data Owner Responsibilities and CharacteristicsAug 12, 2010 — Authored by Vinod Reddy, Data Migration and SAP MM Techno Functional Consultant, Utopia, Inc. Every enterprise will definitely have the objective to improve efficiency and effectiveness in managing data. Efficiency will result in minimizing the cost of administering data and effectiveness will result in maximizing the data quality. From my perspective, a data owner should […]
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Secrets to Successful Data ConversionsJul 16, 2010 — Converting data from a legacy system to an SAP system can be a daunting task. Follow experienced advice for planning and executing your data conversion strategy, from developing project scope to testing and monitoring the data conversion. Included with these tips are two downloads: a sample Microsoft Visio data dependency planning chart and a conversion […]
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12 Best Practices for Information Lifecycle Management Using the NLS InterfaceFeb 19, 2010 — Using Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) and Nearline Storage (NLS) techniques enables organizations with SAP NetWeaver BW implementations to improve warehouse performance while considerably reducing database administration costs. In addition, using ILM with NLS improves your ability to manage and satisfy service level agreements. Discover the important aspects of ILM and garner best practices for using […]
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Build Multiple Web Service-Consuming Flex Applications Using Proxy ClassesOct 30, 2009 — Proxy classes for use in Web applications can be automatically generated by ActionScript, an SAP NetWeaver plug-in, integrated with Adobe Flex Builder 2 or via a wizard in Adobe Flex Builder 3. How the proxy classes are created isn’t as important as your understanding the proxy class structure. Learn how to deal with generated proxy […]
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Resolve System Issues Quickly with Detailed Logging and Tracing OptionsApr 21, 2009 — Discover the logs and trace options that provide comprehensive information that you can use to resolve issues without debugging programs and applications. Learn the types of logs available within the different tiers of the architecture of the system. Find out how you can set a trace to solve user-specific issues. Key Concept Logging is the […]
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Prep for Success: Get Your Stock Migration Cutover Right the First TimeJan 15, 2009 — Plan for and address the key challenges you are likely to face in your stock migration cutover to SAP Inventory Management and SAP Warehouse Management. Key Concept Stock migration is the process of transferring stock from your source to your destination system keeping the same quantity, stock characteristics, and monetary value for each individual piece […]
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Increase Your BI Efficiency by Using Design-Centric Development MethodologyJan 1, 2008 — Adapting your BI data warehouse environment to use a business intelligence design-centric development process allows you to incorporate best practices as a standard part of data modeling and query design. Learn about the four phases in a design-centric development implementation that you can apply to your SAP NetWeaver BI system and the steps required for […]
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Use a New Process Type to Create Dynamic Process ChainsJan 1, 2008 — The SAP NetWeaver BI 7.0 process type Decision Between Multiple Alternatives allows for greater flexibility by closing the gap between SAP NetWeaver BI job scheduling and third-party job schedulers. See how this process type allows you to create more dynamic process chains that reduce manual effort and lead to a more automated data warehouse. Key […]
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Wrap-Up List Functionality Ensures Smooth Call InteractionsDec 15, 2007 — SAP CRM 2006s introduces the wrap-up list functionality for Interaction Center, which alerts interaction center agents about tasks they need to complete before ending an interaction. Find out how this functionality works and the process to set it up. Key Concept Intent-driven interaction helps you ensure that the interactions in your interaction center follow company […]
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