SAP IBP Configuration - Create an Attribute in SAP IBP

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In SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP), attributes are descriptive pieces of information associated with master data. They provide additional details about the master data, enhancing the level of granularity and enabling more detailed analysis. Here are some key points about attributes in SAP IBP:

• Properties: Attributes have several properties, including an ID, name, description, data type (such as NAVCHAR, DECIMAL), and length.
• Usage: They are used to describe characteristics of master data objects. For example, attributes for a product might include category, color, and size.
• Data Analysis: Attributes allow for more nuanced data analysis. For instance, sales can be analyzed based on specific product attributes like color or size, providing deeper business insights.
• Flexibility: Businesses can customize their analysis according to the attributes most relevant to their goals, making data analysis more flexible and tailored.

For examples, Customer might have such Attributes:

• Customer ID: A unique identifier for each customer.
• Geographic Location: The region or city where the customer is located.
• Customer Segment: The classification of customers based on purchasing behavior, such as retail,

In this article, it documented how to create a attribute in SAP IBP.

1. On the SAP Fiori launchpad home page, choose the Attributes tile in the Model Configuration group.

2. On the Attributes screen, choose New → New Attribute.

3. Enter ID, Name, Description, Data Type, and Length for the attribute you want to create, for example, create attribute for Product ID.

4. Choose Save to save your attribute data and clear the New Attribute screen. After a while, the attribute is created.