CUBESET
The CUBESET function creates a calculated set of members or tuples by sending a set expression to a cube on an external Analysis Services server. It is useful for working with data models in Excel that connect to OLAP cubes. The function helps in analyzing complex data sets efficiently.
Syntax 🔗
=CUBESET(connection, name, caption, expression)
connection | The connection to an external data source that returns a set. |
name | The unique name for the set. |
caption | The caption to display for the set. |
expression | The Multidimensional Expressions (MDX) expression that returns the set from the cube. |
About CUBESET 🔗
The CUBESET function in Excel allows you to extract specific sets of data from Multidimensional OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) cubes on external Analysis Services servers. You can use MDX expressions to customize the data returned to meet your analysis needs. This function helps you acquire targeted data subsets, which can support detailed business insights and decision-making processes. If you work with multidimensional data analysis, CUBESET can assist you in creating tailored data selections within an OLAP environment.
Examples 🔗
Suppose you're analyzing sales data from an external Analysis Services cube, focusing on values above a specific threshold. To establish a set of sales values exceeding $1000 for further exploration, you might apply this CUBESET formula:
=CUBESET("SalesCubeConnection", "HighSalesSet", "Sales over $1000", "FILTER([Sales].[Region].[Region].Members, [Measures].[Sales Amount] > 1000)")
Notes 🔗
Ensure that the connection links correctly to the external data source containing the OLAP cube. Also, check the integrity and correctness of the MDX expression used to define the desired set.
Questions 🔗
The CUBESET function serves as a pivotal tool in multidimensional data analysis by allowing users to define specific sets of data through MDX expressions, thereby enabling targeted extraction of data subsets from external Analysis Services cubes.
How is the set expression constructed within the CUBESET function?The set expression within the CUBESET function is constructed using Multidimensional Expressions (MDX), a query language for defining and manipulating multidimensional data in OLAP environments. This MDX expression outlines the criteria for the desired data subset.
Can I name and provide a caption for the set created with the CUBESET function?Yes, when using the CUBESET function, you can assign a unique name and a descriptive caption to the set created, enhancing clarity and identification of the specified data subset.
In which scenarios can the CUBESET function be particularly beneficial?The CUBESET function shines in scenarios where users need to extract tailored subsets of data from multidimensional OLAP cubes hosted on external Analysis Services servers for detailed analysis, reporting, and decision-making purposes.