aSemanticLayerwithSAPBusinessObjectsUniverse–（.docx

Creating a Semantic Layer with SAP Business Objects Universe– (Desktop version)MOTIVATIONThis material is an introduction to how to developa SAP Business Objects Universe. It is aimed at students at universities, universities and other educational institutions with limited experience with Business Intelligence.It can be used in the classroom or for self-study.On completion of the course, students will be able to understand the basic concepts of a universe and how to design and develop a universe.The material also serves as a reference for occasional users of SAP systems.This version of the notes is designed for the SAP BOBJ Enterprise versionThis version of the notes is designed for the SAP BOBJ Interactive Analysis trail version.LEARNING METHODThe learning method used is “guided learning.” The benefit of this method is that knowledge is imparted quickly. Students also acquire practical skills and competencies. As with an exercise, this method explains a process or procedure in detail.Exercises at the end enable students to put their knowledge into practice.ProductSAP Business Objects Universe Design ToolLevelBeginnerFocusSemantic LayerAuthorPaul HawkingVersion2RequirementsSAP Business Objects Interactive Analysis installedGBI.mdb data set.SAP Business Intelligence provides a broad range of reporting tools to facilitate decision making of the different end users. These tools can interact with data from different data sources. SAP Business Objects provides a semantic layer (universe) which facilitates the interaction with data sources and the extraction of data. This tutorial provided you with a step by step explanation of how to construct a universe which will be utilised in later reporting exercises..ScenarioGlobal Bike International (GBI) is a world class bicycle company serving both professional and amateur cyclists. The company sells bicycles and accessories. In the touring bike category, GBI’s handcrafted bicycles have won numerous design awards and are sol