Performing a Cube Refresh

Data is stored and updated in cubes. You should perform a cube refresh (also known as refreshing the database) whenever you make changes to push those changes through to the relevant cubes. This applies to:

• Changes to the metadata.

• Changes to the configuration of the application.

  For example, changes to the order of the Dimensions or to the settings of a dimension, or adding a new custom dimension.

• Updates to any substitution variables that are used in any member formulas.

You can perform a database refresh from different areas within the system, including through Smart View. The following procedure describes one way to refresh the database in Planning and Budgeting.

Tip:

You should back up your application before you perform a cube refresh. A cube refresh recreates the outline for all the cubes used in your application based on the current metadata definition for your application.

To perform a cube refresh:

1. Click the Navigator icon , and then select Dimensions.

2. Click Actions, and then select Refresh Database.

3. A warning message displays. Click Refresh.

4. Wait for the refresh to complete, and then click Finish. Alternatively, click Run in Background.

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