Building a data object

Building a data object entails creating a data object file, then adding data sources, data sets, data models, and cubes to the data object. To add these data items, you can:

Create new data items within the data object.

Export data items in reports or libraries to the data object.

How to create a data object

1 In the Report Design perspective, choose File➛New➛Data Object.

2 In New Data Object, do the following:

1 Select the folder in which to store the data object.

2 Edit the default file name to specify a new name. The extension must be .datadesign and the file name must not contain the following characters:

[ ] * / \ : & ?

Use a descriptive name that enables users to determine the contents of the data object. A descriptive name is particularly important if users have access to multiple data objects.

3 Choose Finish. A blank data object design appears.

3 Start adding data sources, data sets, data models, and cubes to the data object.