Frequently asked questions


This section answers some frequently asked questions about TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform.


Where can I find information about the components currently supported for TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform product versions?

You can find information about supported platforms on the Component-compatibility-matrix page.


How do I manage users in TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform?

You cannot modify the TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform Admin user. You can modify Reporting users. For more information, see the component documentation.


How can I use custom properties in TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform?

See <link> for information on using Custom properties are not supported in this release of TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform.


How to create user groups in TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform?

For information about creating user groups, see User Groups (https://wiki.yellowfinbi.com/display/USER80/User+Groups) in Yellowfin documentation.


Does TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform require a database? Is the database included as part of the out-of-the-box installation?

Yes. TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform uses a repository database, and the following databases are supported:

  • Postgre SQL
  • Oracle
  • SQL

Postgre SQL is the default database and is shipped with TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform.


Can I install TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform silently?

Yes. For more information, see Installing-TrueSight-Smart-Reporting-Platform-silently.


After adding a component, how do I see the reports?

You can launch TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform from your component console. You can view the out-of-the-box reports or you can create your own reports.


Can I upgrade to this version of TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform from version 11.3.01?

No. These two products are different, and an upgrade is not possible.


After adding a datasource for a component in TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform, can I add another datasource for the same component?

No. Only one datasource can be added in TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform. See Adding-a-component-in-TrueSight-Smart-Reporting-Platform


Can I use existing an existing application of Yellowfin, for example Remedy Smart Reporting?

No. You must use the Yellowfin application that is provided in TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform because TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform uses other components as data sources.


Is TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform included in perpetual licenses?

No, TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform is not included in perpetual licenses because it is a new offering from BMC.


Do I require a license key for TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform?

No. The TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform license key is included in the TrueSight Smart Reporting - Platform installer.




 

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