Another quarter is in the books 
After the announcement of SAP Business Data Cloud we did not stop and delivered great new features in SAP Datasphere with both March releases. Learn more in my short top features video in March 2025 on YouTube 
In addition, explore the latest updates in our community news blogs.
Check out the new book about SAP BW modernization: Unlocking SAP BW: Evolution from Legacy to Cloud to learn about the different options for your SAP BW environment in combination with SAP Datasphere or SAP Business Data Cloud.
My top features in March
New Horizon UI-Theme
SAP Datasphere has adopted the SAP standard Horizon theme, which offers a modern and fresh look with a new vibrant color palette. The icons and user interface elements may have changed to adopt this modern design but functionalities of the software remain the same.
Metadata Object Versioning
Object versions have now been introduced for views, analytic models, data access controls, and local tables. New object versions are created automatically at the time of deployment. You can now
list the past versions of objectsopen a past version in read-only mode in a new tabdownload a past version to a CSN/JSON filerestore a past version to replace the current version
Be aware that the saving of an error-free restored version overwrites the current object. It is also important to understand that the versioning happens for the metadata of an object, not the data. 
More information.
GrandTotal for Calculated Measures
We provide a new function for calculated measures in the analytic model expression editor called GrandTotal. The function GrandTotal calculates the overall sum of a given measure and computes it independent of the current drill state. This function takes one argument – a measure, e.g., GrandTotal(Sales) which then aggregates the value of Sales.
Schedule Task Chains in Local Time Zone
You can now schedule tasks in your preferred region or location time zone next to UTC, which remains the default setting. The schedules will automatically adjust to reflect daylight saving time. This ensures accurate timing for task execution to synchronize with all shared global operations. More information
Folder Navigation
We also made a small UX adjustment to the navigation behaviour around folders. When closing an object now, you will return to last open folder. So far when closing editors, the root folder was always displayed and now the data builder opens the last open folder.
Unlocking SAP BW: Evolving from Legacy to Cloud
This new book I have co-authored together with my colleagues Frank Riesner, Dominik Kurz and Deniz Osoy comes at a perfect time. SAP Business Data Cloud was announced just a few weeks ago and one of it’s components is SAP BW, cloud private edition.
Many customers of SAP BW are elaborating different options at the moment. This book is covering the basics of SAP Business Data Cloud and the new BW modernization journey for existing SAP BW customers. Learn about the different options for your SAP BW environment in combination with SAP Datasphere or SAP Business Data Cloud.
Unlocking SAP BW: Evolution from Legacy to Cloud
More blogs to check out 
New Intelligent Look Up Feature in SAP DatasphereUnderstanding OAuth 2.0 Behavior in SAP Datasphere’s Generic OData ConnectionWhy SAP BDC for Consuming SAP Data via CDS Views and not Replicate in Non-SAP PlatformEvent-Driven Data Integration from SAP Sales and Service Cloud V2 to SAP Datasphere (Part 2 of 2)Event-Driven Data Integration from SAP Sales and Service Cloud V2 to SAP Datasphere (Part 1 of 2)Dynamic Measure Filtering Using Input Fields in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC)The Evolution of SAP Data & Analytics is Accelerating!First look into SAP Datasphere’s new version control functionalityFrom Vision to Reality: Celebrating Innovation with SAP BDCIComprehensive Overview: SCIM API for SAP Datasphere User ManagementSAP Data & Analytics Strategy: Current insights and future prospectsThe POWER of SAP Business Data Cloud with Existing Third-Party InvestmentsAnalytics Evolution : From Traditional Business Content to SAP BDC Insight AppsUnlock Your SAP BTP Potential: Transformative Benefits of Functional and Technical AssistanceSAP Business Data Cloud – FAQsThree Reasons to Read the SAP Business Data Cloud E-Book
Find more information and related blog posts on the topic page for SAP Datasphere. You will find further product information on our Community with various subpages about Business Content, the SAP BW Bridge as well as content for Best Practices & Troubleshooting. Also check out the new support content for SAP Datasphere on SAP Help for troubleshooting and analysis guides, how-to guides, technical details, and more.
Find out how to unleash the power of your business data with SAP’s free learning content on SAP Datasphere. It’s designed to help you enrich your data projects, simplify the data landscape, and make the most out of your investment. Check out even more role-based learning resources and opportunities to get certified in one place on SAP Learning site.
Another quarter is in the books After the announcement of SAP Business Data Cloud we did not stop and delivered great new features in SAP Datasphere with both March releases. Learn more in my short top features video in March 2025 on YouTube In addition, explore the latest updates in our community news blogs.Check out the new book about SAP BW modernization: Unlocking SAP BW: Evolution from Legacy to Cloud to learn about the different options for your SAP BW environment in combination with SAP Datasphere or SAP Business Data Cloud. My top features in March New Horizon UI-ThemeSAP Datasphere has adopted the SAP standard Horizon theme, which offers a modern and fresh look with a new vibrant color palette. The icons and user interface elements may have changed to adopt this modern design but functionalities of the software remain the same. Metadata Object VersioningObject versions have now been introduced for views, analytic models, data access controls, and local tables. New object versions are created automatically at the time of deployment. You can nowlist the past versions of objectsopen a past version in read-only mode in a new tabdownload a past version to a CSN/JSON filerestore a past version to replace the current versionBe aware that the saving of an error-free restored version overwrites the current object. It is also important to understand that the versioning happens for the metadata of an object, not the data. More information. GrandTotal for Calculated MeasuresWe provide a new function for calculated measures in the analytic model expression editor called GrandTotal. The function GrandTotal calculates the overall sum of a given measure and computes it independent of the current drill state. This function takes one argument – a measure, e.g., GrandTotal(Sales) which then aggregates the value of Sales. Schedule Task Chains in Local Time ZoneYou can now schedule tasks in your preferred region or location time zone next to UTC, which remains the default setting. The schedules will automatically adjust to reflect daylight saving time. This ensures accurate timing for task execution to synchronize with all shared global operations. More information Folder NavigationWe also made a small UX adjustment to the navigation behaviour around folders. When closing an object now, you will return to last open folder. So far when closing editors, the root folder was always displayed and now the data builder opens the last open folder. Unlocking SAP BW: Evolving from Legacy to CloudThis new book I have co-authored together with my colleagues Frank Riesner, Dominik Kurz and Deniz Osoy comes at a perfect time. SAP Business Data Cloud was announced just a few weeks ago and one of it’s components is SAP BW, cloud private edition.Many customers of SAP BW are elaborating different options at the moment. This book is covering the basics of SAP Business Data Cloud and the new BW modernization journey for existing SAP BW customers. Learn about the different options for your SAP BW environment in combination with SAP Datasphere or SAP Business Data Cloud.Unlocking SAP BW: Evolution from Legacy to Cloud More blogs to check out New Intelligent Look Up Feature in SAP DatasphereUnderstanding OAuth 2.0 Behavior in SAP Datasphere’s Generic OData ConnectionWhy SAP BDC for Consuming SAP Data via CDS Views and not Replicate in Non-SAP PlatformEvent-Driven Data Integration from SAP Sales and Service Cloud V2 to SAP Datasphere (Part 2 of 2)Event-Driven Data Integration from SAP Sales and Service Cloud V2 to SAP Datasphere (Part 1 of 2)Dynamic Measure Filtering Using Input Fields in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC)The Evolution of SAP Data & Analytics is Accelerating!First look into SAP Datasphere’s new version control functionalityFrom Vision to Reality: Celebrating Innovation with SAP BDCIComprehensive Overview: SCIM API for SAP Datasphere User ManagementSAP Data & Analytics Strategy: Current insights and future prospectsThe POWER of SAP Business Data Cloud with Existing Third-Party InvestmentsAnalytics Evolution : From Traditional Business Content to SAP BDC Insight AppsUnlock Your SAP BTP Potential: Transformative Benefits of Functional and Technical AssistanceSAP Business Data Cloud – FAQsThree Reasons to Read the SAP Business Data Cloud E-Book Find more information and related blog posts on the topic page for SAP Datasphere. You will find further product information on our Community with various subpages about Business Content, the SAP BW Bridge as well as content for Best Practices & Troubleshooting. Also check out the new support content for SAP Datasphere on SAP Help for troubleshooting and analysis guides, how-to guides, technical details, and more.Find out how to unleash the power of your business data with SAP’s free learning content on SAP Datasphere. It’s designed to help you enrich your data projects, simplify the data landscape, and make the most out of your investment. Check out even more role-based learning resources and opportunities to get certified in one place on SAP Learning site. Read More Technology Blogs by SAP articles
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