Importing Custom CDS Views from S/4HANA Public Cloud into SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC)
When live connection isn't the preferred option, whether due to performance needs, snapshot reporting, or scheduling requirements, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) offers an import connection to bring in data from S/4HANA Public Cloud . This blog walks you through how to make a custom CDS view consumable as an OData service and connect it via import into SAC. When to Use Import Instead of Live? You want to store data in SAC You need data scheduling or data transformation Your reporting use case involves snapshot analysis You need to combine S/4 data with other imported sources Step-by-Step Guide Step 1: Identify or Create the CDS View Just like with live connections, start by checking if a standard CDS view meets your needs: Open the View Browser app in S/4HANA Public Cloud Filter by: Released Views Cloud Dev Release State = Released If no view fits, move on to creating your own. Step 2: Create a Custom CDS View – Type API Use the Custom CDS Views...
