Transaction data can be loaded into the Fact table without loading the

Transaction data can be loaded into the Fact table without loading the corresponding master data (Example : Sales analysis transaction data can be loaded without populating any of its dimensions master data)
a. True
b. False

Hi Kutti,
True - You need to select the option in the infopackage - alwyas load even if no master data exists.
Bye
Dinesh

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SAP Online Help 05.11.02
MultiProviders 3.0B, Support Package 07 10
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