The Universe query feature differs from the other data connection methods in that we can create a query from a Universe without leaving Dashboard Design and that we are able to bind the result data not only to the spreadsheet, but also directly to the components on the canvas.
Open a new Dashboard Design file and activate the Query Browser pane from the View menu. You also need an SAP BusinessObjects Enterprise environment with a Universe you want to connect to.
Go to the Query Browser and click on the Add Query button.
If you are not already connected to the SAP BusinessObjects Environment a pop up will appear asking you to log in. Enter the system and user credentials to log in.
A list with available Universes appears. Select the Universe you want to use and click on Next.
In the Build Query screen you can define...