SAP XL Reporter
XL Reporter is a reporting add-on that does not require any specific installation. The only requirement is that Microsoft Excel must be installed on your computer. This tool is very advanced and mature. There is a huge list of predesigned reports available from SAP. The reports are a good learning experience as their features and graphics will give an understanding of what to look for. Let's investigate some examples in this section to help better understand how the XL Reporter tool works. With the advent of SAP 2007, the XL Reporter add-on is an integral part of the SAP client installation. No specific action is required as XL Reporter will automatically get installed. I will now show you the process you can follow to create your own reports and start experimenting with this sophisticated tool.
XL Reporter design process
Getting started with the XL Reporter tool is straightforward. If you go to the Menu | Tools | XL Reporter menu section, Report Organizer will open up...