Data Source Overview

A data source is a structured set of dimensions and measures of Analytics and Extended Planning and Analysis that provide data for creating a plan. You can use the data source to extract data from Analytics and convert it into the plan. A data source includes metadata which transforms the data into a format that can be used in the plan.

Data sources play an important role in the plan creation process. They provide a structured and organized way of accessing and transferring data from external sources into Extended Planning and Analysis. They ensure that the plan data is accurate, consistent, up to date, and essential for effective planning and decision-making.