C_THR92_2411 SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP SuccessFactors People Analytics: Reporting Question and Answers

Creating and Sharing a Tile-Based Dashboard

After naming the dashboard, the key steps are to select the desired tiles, save the dashboard, and share it with the relevant users.

Explanation of Correct Answer

Select tile(s): Ensures the dashboard contains the necessary visualizations.

Save dashboard: Saves the configuration for later use.

Share dashboard: Makes the dashboard accessible to the intended audience.

Why Other Options are Incorrect

A: Filters are not always required during the dashboard creation process.

B: Selecting a dataset is not part of the dashboard creation workflow.

C: Sharing is mandatory after saving, so this option is incomplete.

References

SAP SuccessFactors Dashboard Creation Documentation

Job Completion Notification:

When theJob Completion Notificationis enabled for a scheduled job, the scheduling user (User A) receives an email notification once the report distribution process is complete.

Setting Time Filters for Quarter-to-Date Data

To return records within a quarter-to-date timeframe, the filters must be configured dynamically to adapt to the current period.

Explanation of Correct Answers

A (Period to Date): Ensures the filter dynamically calculates dates for the current quarter.

C (Dynamic Range Type): Dynamically adjusts the date range based on the current period.

E (Records Returned): Ensures only records within the defined range are included.

Why Other Options are Incorrect

B (Fixed Start/End Dates): Fixed dates do not accommodate dynamic quarter-to-date filtering.

D (Fixed Range Type): Fixed ranges do not adapt to the current quarter.

References

SAP SuccessFactors Story Reporting Guide

Report Transfer (A):

The Report Transfer tool is specifically designed to move reports from one instance (test) to another (production).

Report Center (D):

Reports can also be exported and imported manually using the Report Center if the report type supports it.

Concatenation (A):

Calculated columns support concatenating text fields to create combined values (e.g., "First Name + Last Name").

Average (C):

Aggregating numerical data (e.g., computing the average of a numeric field) is supported in calculated columns.

When saving a bookmark for a Story report, the following states are saved:

Filters (A):Any applied filters are retained in the bookmark.

Input Controls (B):User-defined inputs (like sliders or dropdowns) are preserved.

Prompts (D):User-specified prompts during execution are also included.

Understanding Time Filters in Query Designer

When creating a query, time filters determine the scope of the data retrieved. Filters such asAs of DateorDynamic Dateoften default to "Today," which retrieves only current records.

Reason for Current Records Only

Option B: The Compensation table filter is explicitly set toAs of Date > Dynamic Date: Today. This restricts the results to only the current compensation records.

Option D: The Job Information filter is configured to match records with the effective start date equal to today, which also limits the results to current data.

Why Other Options are Incorrect

A: This filter applies to Job Information, not Compensation, and does not explain why only current compensation records are retrieved.

C: "Same Filter as First Table" would align filters between tables, but does not necessarily restrict to current data.

References

SAP SuccessFactors Query Designer Guide

Error Analysis

Calculated columns in Query Designer require the correct data type to be specified based on the formula. If the selected data type does not match the formula's expected output, an error occurs.

Why the Error Occurs

The formula appears to involve a calculation related to dates. If the data type is not set to a compatible format (e.g., "Number" or "Date"), the calculation fails.

Why Other Options are Incorrect

A (Incorrect Dynamic Date Variable): The issue is not with the date variable but with the data type.

B (If-Then-Else Statement): Such a statement is unnecessary in the given formula.

C (Negative Result): Negative results are not inherently problematic unless restricted by the data type.

References

SAP SuccessFactors Calculated Columns Guide

Understanding the Query Designer Expression SyntaxIn SAP SuccessFactors People Analytics Query Designer, conditional expressions are used to transform or relabel fields based on logical conditions. These expressions rely on specific syntax that must be adhered to strictly. The issue in this scenario arises from the use of an incorrect separator in the conditional statement.

Analyzing the Given ExpressionThe expression provided:

IF([User#BasicUserInformation#Gender]="M" , "Male" : "Female")

contains a colon (:) as the separator between "Male" and "Female". However, the correct syntax requires the use of acomma (,)instead of the colon.

Correct Syntax Format for Conditional ExpressionsThe correct format for conditional expressions in SAP SuccessFactors People AnalyticsIF(Condition, Value_if_True, Value_if_False)

Applying this to the provided example, the correct expression should be:

IF([User#BasicUserInformation#Gender]="M", "Male", "Female")

Root Cause of the ErrorThe colon (:) is not recognized as a valid syntax separator in the Query Designer's conditional expression format. As a result, the formula cannot be computed, and an error is generated.

Resolving the IssueReplace the colon (:) with a comma (,), ensuring the conditional expression adheres to the correct syntax. The updated expression would look like this:

IF([User#BasicUserInformation#Gender]="M", "Male", "Female")

ValidationOnce corrected, the expression can be tested in Query Designer to confirm it computes without errors and provides the expected output.

References and Documentation

SAP SuccessFactors People Analytics Reporting Guide:SAP Help Portal

Conditional Expressions in People Analytics: Official documentation and training materials available onopenSAP

Query Designer Syntax Guidelines: Found in the SAP SuccessFactors People Analytics Query Designer User Guide.

Make sure to consult the above documentation for additional examples and syntax rules.

Purpose of YouCalc Designer

YouCalc Designer is an offline tool used to create, edit, and customize tiles for dashboards in SAP SuccessFactors. Tiles created in YouCalc Designer can be used to display KPIs or other metrics visually.

Why Other Options are Incorrect

B. Query Workspace: This is used for creating queries but not for designing tiles.

C. Advance Reporting: This is for detailed reporting and data analysis, not tile creation.

D. Detailed Reporting: This is used for building reports, not dashboards or tiles.

References

SAP SuccessFactors Tile-Based Dashboards Guide

Issue with Static Date Filters:

If the query uses a static date filter (e.g., a specific range like "January 1, 2023, to March 31, 2023"), the report will not reflect the most recent data as the filter restricts results to the defined date range.

Resolution:

Update the query to use dynamic date filters (e.g., "Last 30 Days" or "Current Year") to ensure the pivot table includes the latest data.

Filter Groups in Table ReportsWhen using filter groups in table reports, the logical relationship between the groups is "OR." This means the report includes data that matches any one of the filter groups.

Explanation of Correct Answer

Filter groups are designed to broaden the scope of a query by including records that satisfy at least one group of filters.

The logical "OR" ensures inclusivity between groups, rather than restricting to matching all groups (which would be "AND").

References

SAP SuccessFactors Reporting Filters Guide

When a user cannot see a table report in the Report Center list, the issue typically stems from insufficient role-based permissions (RBP) granted to the user for accessing reports in that domain. Specifically:

Understand Role-Based Permissions (RBP):

In SAP SuccessFactors, reports and analytics visibility is governed by RBP settings. These settings ensure that users only see the reports and data they are authorized to access.

Permissions are categorized into domains such as "Employee Central," "Performance Management," etc.

Key Permissions for Reports in the Report Center:To view or run reports in Report Center, users need:

Run Report Access: This allows users to execute reports for domains they are permitted to access.

Create Report Access: This enables users to create or modify reports.

Manage Tiles and Dashboards Access: This is necessary for interacting with dashboards and tiles, not table reports specifically.

Access to Insights: This refers to viewing analytic insights and does not directly impact table report visibility.

Diagnosing the Issue:

The given scenario describes a user being unable to view a shared table report.

The most likely cause is the absence ofRun Report access to the domainassociated with the table report.

Without this permission, the system restricts the user from running or even viewing the report, even if it has been shared with them.

Steps to Resolve:

Navigate to Admin Center→Manage Permission Roles.

Select the permission role assigned to the user in question.

ClickPermissions→Reports Permissions.

Verify that theRun Report Permissionis granted for the specific domain associated with the shared report.

If not, enable this permission and save the changes.

Test Access:

After updating the permissions, the user should be able to view the table report in the Report Center.

SAP SuccessFactors Help Portal:Role-Based Permissions

SAP SuccessFactors People Analytics Reporting Guide (Latest Release):Check for details on report permissions and their implications.

SAP KBA 2461114:Troubleshooting Report Center permissions.

Learning Path:SAP Open Learning on SuccessFactors RBP and Analytics (openSAP).

Step-by-Step Analysis:References and Documentation:This explanation ensures that the resolution is precise, supported by standard SAP practices, and verifiable through official SAP documentation.

Issue:

When a canvas report is deleted, its associated pages may remain in the system asorphaned pages.

Resolution:

Create a new report in Report Center.

Add the orphaned pages to the new report, effectively recreating the deleted report.

Share the report with the intended recipients.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect:

A:The Restore Deleted Report tool is not available for restoring canvas reports.

C:SAP support cannot restore reports deleted by users.

D:There is no recycle bin for reports in SuccessFactors.

SAP SuccessFactors Canvas Reporting Guide

SAP Knowledge Base Article: Handling Orphaned Pages in Reports

References and Documentation:

Validation Using the Check Tool:

TheCheck Toolin SuccessFactors HXM Suite includes a predefined check for validating whether a user exists and is correctly configured for People Analytics (e.g., Story Reporting in SAP Analytics Cloud).

Running the "Availability of user record for People Analytics" check ensures the user record is properly synced.

Steps:

Go to Admin Center → Check Tool.

Search for and run the"Availability of user record for People Analytics"check.

Default People Scope:

When building a query, the defaultPeople Scopeis set to theDirect Reportsof the logged-in user. This ensures the user only sees data relevant to their scope of responsibility.

When you share a tile in SAP SuccessFactors, the recipient can view the tile in the following ways:

Homepage (C):

Shared tiles can appear on the recipient’s homepage if configured appropriately.

iOS SF App (D):

Tiles are accessible through the SAP SuccessFactors mobile application, enabling on-the-go access to reports and visualizations.

Dashboard (E):

Tiles can be added to dashboards, where users can view multiple tiles and reports in one interface.

In SAP SuccessFactors Report Distributor, scheduled bundles are used to deliver reports to predefined destinations. The valid destinations include:

Run Offline (C):

This option allows reports to be generated and stored in the "My Jobs" section of the user who scheduled the report.

It is particularly useful for large reports that take time to generate.

FTP (D):

Reports can be sent directly to an external server using FTP (File Transfer Protocol).

This requires configuring FTP server details in the system before scheduling the bundle.

E-Mail (E):

Reports can be sent to recipients via email as attachments.

You need to specify valid email addresses during report scheduling.

Configuring the Job Information Table

To show only the current Job Information data, filters must focus onTodayor theCurrent Date, ensuring only the latest data is displayed.

Explanation of Correct Answers

A (Dynamic Date Value of Today): Ensures the query reflects data as of today.

D (Current Date): Directly filters for the most recent Job Information data.

Why Other Options are Incorrect

B (Date Range): Using Today-to-Today works but is redundant compared to the simpler "As of Date."

C (Show All): This includes historical data, which is not required for the query.

References

SAP SuccessFactors Query Designer Documentation

Ownership and Sharing of Canvas Reports

Reports are owned by the user who created them. If User A leaves, the report sharing settings must be updated to give User B edit permissions.

Solution

By updating the report's sharing settings to include User B, you allow them to modify the report while maintaining appropriate security.

Why Other Options are Incorrect

A (Access All Reports): Grants excessive permissions and is not recommended.

C (Edit Role Configuration): Role configuration changes apply broadly, not specifically to this report.

D (Edit Authorship): Changing authorship is not a valid option in SuccessFactors.

References

SAP SuccessFactors Reporting Permissions Guide

Join Types in Queries:

Inner Join:Only returns rows where there is a match in both tables.

Left Outer Join:Returns all rows from the left table and matching rows from the right table, filling in NULLs where there is no match.

Scenario:

Adding the Proxy Information table creates a situation where some records from the Basic User Information table no longer match with Proxy Information.

Changing the join type toLeft Outer Joinensures that all records from the Basic User Information table are included, regardless of matching Proxy Information.

Steps to Adjust Join Type:

Edit the query.

Locate the join between Basic User Information and Proxy Information tables.

Change the join type fromInner JointoLeft Outer Join.