Using substitution variables in calculations script
Substitution variables are global place holders for values that change often in our Essbase application. Substitution variables have many functions in Essbase, but in this recipe, we will use a substitution variable in a nested FIX/ENDFIX
statement to copy data for the Year
dimension member specified in our substitution variable. We will also use the substitution variable as the parameter in our ACCUM
and MOVAVG
range and financial functions. This recipe only applies to the BSO model.
Getting ready
To get started, click on the Start menu and navigate to Program | Oracle EPM System | Essbase | Essbase Administration Services | Start Administration Services Console. In the Log in menu, enter your Administration Server, Username, Password, and click on the Log in button.
How to do it...
Right-click on your Essbase Server in EAS, select Edit..., and click on Variables....
In the Substitution Variables menu, click down on the cell under Application...