Subject: SAP-Lumira
Category: SAP Business Intelligence / Data Visualization
Article ID: 035
SAP Lumira is a self-service data visualization tool that empowers users to transform raw data into meaningful insights through interactive visualizations. One of the most powerful features in SAP Lumira is Conditional Formatting, which enhances visual storytelling by highlighting specific data trends, anomalies, or thresholds using color codes and visual cues.
This article explains the concept of Conditional Formatting in SAP Lumira, its benefits, and how to apply it effectively within visualizations.
Conditional Formatting refers to the dynamic application of formatting—such as colors, font styles, and icons—based on the value of data points. It is commonly used to:
Follow these steps to apply conditional formatting in a Lumira visualization:
Launch SAP Lumira and load your dataset or existing story.
Click on the visualization (e.g., bar chart, table, heat map) where you want to apply conditional formatting.
In the right-hand pane, locate the "Formatting" or "Properties" panel depending on your version. For tables, this will typically be labeled as "Conditional Formatting".
Once the rule is set, click "Apply". The visualization will update to reflect the applied formatting. Validate that the logic displays as intended.
You can edit or delete rules by going back into the formatting panel and selecting the rule in question.
Imagine a sales dashboard where you want to highlight regions with monthly sales under $10,000 in red and those over $50,000 in green. By using conditional formatting on the sales measure, stakeholders can instantly identify underperforming and high-performing regions without analyzing raw figures.
Conditional Formatting in SAP Lumira is a powerful tool to enhance the visual appeal and analytical value of your dashboards. By applying formatting rules strategically, users can draw attention to critical data insights and facilitate faster, more informed decision-making. Whether you're highlighting sales trends, customer behavior, or operational metrics, Conditional Formatting turns complex data into visual intelligence.
Keywords: SAP Lumira, Conditional Formatting, Data Visualization, BI, SAP Analytics, Self-Service BI, SAP BusinessObjects