Example: Dimensions and Attributes

This diagram shows an example of how an object can have multiple dimensions and attributes:

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In the diagram, the example shows the predefined object Chart, which is used for Chart of Account analysis.  The Chart object has three predefined dimensions. Each of the dimensions have predefined attributes that can include fields (properties), or calculated values. For more information about how to use dimensions and attributes with the Chart of Accounts, see Specifying Dimensions and Attributes for G/L Accounts.

The system administrator can create additional dimensions. The number of dimensions for an object is unlimited.  The administrator also can create additional attributes.  For more information, see  Creating Dimensions and Attributes for Extended Data Analysis.

Note: A maximum of 100 attributes of any data type per dimension can be displayed on certain forms.


Related Topics

Specifying Dimensions and Attributes for G/L Accounts

Creating Dimensions and Attributes for Extended Data Analysis