I was working on a data recast process which involves applying some complex mappings to the source data before it can be loaded to the target cube. This is quite a common exercise in applications related to Essbase, Planning and HFM. I used a database to hold all those mappings along with the source data. I would recommend this approach as you have full control on what mapping you are applying and you can keep track of what mapping changes you are doing since the data recast process is a repeatable process After the mappings have been applied, I had to do some manual addition of few accounts subtract data from few accounts. I am not an expert in SQL so excel pivot table to the rescue. All good and the data is ready to be loaded to the cube Tip #1: Standardization is the key Always use a standard load rule and a standard data load format for the data file (sort the columns from least to most and the dense dimension at the last and for columns). Also, use a standard delimiter...
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