What is the purpose of the InfoObject in SAP BW and how is it different from an InfoCube?

In SAP BW, an InfoObject is a fundamental building block that represents master data or key figures. It helps in defining and structuring data within the data warehouse environment. InfoObjects provide the semantics for data in SAP BW and enable consistent reporting and analysis.

On the other hand, an InfoCube is a multi-dimensional data storage structure in SAP BW that organizes data into various dimensions and key figures for reporting and analysis purposes. InfoCubes store transactional data in a structured format for efficient querying and processing.

The main difference between an InfoObject and an InfoCube is that InfoObjects represent individual characteristics or key figures, while InfoCubes store aggregated data from various InfoObjects for reporting and analysis.