SAP Lumira is a powerful self-service data visualization tool that enables users to analyze and present data in insightful ways. Among its many visualization options, tables and grids play a fundamental role in organizing and displaying data in a structured, easy-to-understand format. Whether you need detailed transactional data or a summary of key metrics, mastering tables and grids in SAP Lumira is essential for effective data storytelling and analysis.
This article explores how to work with tables and grids in SAP Lumira, including creation, customization, and best practices.
Tables and grids in SAP Lumira provide a tabular view of data, allowing users to:
Tables serve both as a data exploration tool and as a powerful visualization type in dashboards and reports.
Creating tables in SAP Lumira is straightforward:
Choose the Table Visualization Type
When creating a new visualization, select the "Table" chart type from the visualization gallery.
Add Dimensions and Measures
Drag and drop the required dimensions (e.g., Product, Region, Date) and measures (e.g., Sales, Quantity) into the table’s rows and columns.
Configure Table Layout
Adjust column widths, reorder columns, and set aggregation methods like sum, average, or count to suit your analysis.
Enable Sorting and Filtering
Allow end-users to sort data ascending or descending by any column. Apply filters to restrict data to specific categories or time periods.
SAP Lumira offers extensive customization options to tailor tables to user needs:
Conditional Formatting
Highlight cells based on values, such as coloring negative sales figures red or marking top performers in green. This visual cue helps users quickly identify trends or exceptions.
Totals and Subtotals
Add total and subtotal rows to summarize data hierarchically, especially useful in grouped data views.
Grouping and Hierarchies
Group data by categories or create drill-down hierarchies that allow users to explore data at different granularity levels.
Custom Calculations
Create calculated columns directly in the table for ratios, growth percentages, or other derived metrics.
Pagination and Scroll
For large datasets, enable pagination or scrolling to improve performance and user experience.
Tables and grids are indispensable tools within SAP Lumira that allow users to interact with and analyze data in a structured, detailed way. By understanding how to create, customize, and optimize tables, users can unlock deeper insights and communicate data more effectively.
SAP Lumira’s flexible and user-friendly table features empower organizations to combine the strengths of raw data views with powerful visual storytelling, enabling better data-driven decisions.