Essbase Export Database Tutorial

Using MaxL to Export Data

To export data from an Essbase database, execute the export data MaxL statement. This can be done serially or in parallel, depending on the database type. For block storage databases, options include exporting all data, level-0 data, or input-level data. Aggregate storage databases, however, limit exports to level-0 data only.

Handling Large Data Volumes

When exporting large datasets where a single thread's data exceeds 2 GB, Essbase automatically divides the export into multiple files. File names are appended with numbers to distinguish them. Export files are stored in the database directory within the file catalog.

Exporting Text Data with Calculation Scripts

For efficient text data export, use calculation scripts with commands like DATAEXPORT, DATAEXPORTCOND, and DATAEXPORTLEVEL. These scripts support stored and dynamically calculated members, allowing for decimal and precision formatting with fewer formatting options compared to report scripts.

Best Practices for Exporting Data

When exporting from a block storage database, parallel export is recommended for efficiency. For aggregate storage databases, a serial export approach is best. Utilize SET DATAEXPORTOPTIONS and DATAEXPORTCOLFORMAT to format the exported text data when using calculation scripts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I move data between Essbase cubes?

You can export data from an Essbase database to move data between cubes using the export data MaxL statement, or from the Essbase web interface to a workbook format.

Can I export data for backup and migration purposes from an Essbase database?

Yes, you can export data from an Essbase database for backup and migration purposes.

Is it possible to export data in parallel from an Essbase database?

Exporting data from an Essbase database can be done in parallel or serially. For aggregate storage databases, parallel exporting is possible by specifying a comma-separated list of export files.

What data can I export from block storage and aggregate storage databases?

For block storage databases, you can export all data, level-0 data, or input-level data. For aggregate storage databases, you can only export level-0 data.

How does Essbase handle large data exports exceeding 2 GB?

If the data for a thread exceeds 2 GB, Essbase may divide the export data into multiple files with numbers appended to the file names.

Common Use Cases

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  Backing up Essbase databases regularly to prevent data loss
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  Transferring data from Essbase to other data analysis tools for further processing
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  Archiving historical data from Essbase for compliance and audit purposes
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  Sharing subsets of Essbase data with stakeholders who do not have direct access to the database
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  Integrating Essbase data with external reporting and visualization platforms

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