SAP R/3 can deliver a remarkably wide range of reports, but its complexity, unwieldy interface, confusing notation and esoteric reporting language all stand in the way. SAP R/3 Reporting and E-Business Intelligence clears away the barriers, showing how to deliver effective reports for every area of the enterprise, worldwide. It's the most comprehensive, focused guide to SAP R/3 reporting -- and the first book to deliver real-world techniques for SAP R/3 eBusiness intelligence. The authors, two of whom are former SAP employees, begin by introducing SAP R/3's key information systems, data resources, and business processes -- including the fundamentals of SAP R/3 reporting, business objects, data sources, and the Open Information Warehouse. Next, they review specific reports for financials, logistics, HR, asset management, and other key areas, showing how to build reports that are readable, accurate, and timely. Finally, they introduce ActiveSheets, third-party software that streamlines reporting by working through Microsoft Excel. The authors walk through using ActiveSheets for financial consolidations, product and customer analyses, and e-Business applications. The accompanying CD-ROM contains a full version of ActiveSheets -- a $500 value!