The build method you should use to load dimensions to an Essbase outline depends on the type of data in the source system. Design your load rules with the build method in mind. Build methods determine the algorithm that is used to add, change, or remove dimensions, members, and aliases.

• Dimension Build Methods

• Generation References in Dimension Builds

• Level References in Dimension Builds

• Parent-Child References in Dimension Builds

• Add a List of New Members

• Build Attribute Dimensions and Associate Attributes

• Build Shared Members

• Build Duplicate Member Outlines

All examples in this chapter are based on the Sample Basic database, which you can access from the gallery in the Essbase file catalog. See About Application Workbooks.