Entering Variable Values for a Cross Dimension Variable (Planning and Essbase Users Only)

A cross dimension variable is a Planning or Essbase replacement variable. It contains a range of members from multiple dimensions that enable you to launch business rules across dimensions.

  To enter values for a cross dimension variable:

  1. Complete step 1 through step 4.

  2. From Type, select Cross Dimension.

  3. For each dimension listed, in the Value table, enter or use the Member Selector to select limits for the variable.

    Note:

    You must select RTP before you enter text in the Limits field.

  4. Enter or use the Member Selector to select a value for the variable. You can select a member or a function.

  5. Planning users only: Select RTP if the variable has a runtime prompt.

    Note:

    If you do not select RTP, you must enter a value for the variable.

  6. Planning users only: Enter the runtime prompt text you want to display for users.

  7. Repeat step 3 through step 6 to select values for the all of the dimensions.

  8. Select File, Save.