Data Model Structure Question #1

Power BI Data Model
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Hello,
We are integrating Power BI with Deltek Vantagepoint. My question is regarding the data model and UICultureName data which is a ‘1 to many’ relationship. Additionally, at this point, we do not intent to use the UICultureName Data for alternative report language. However, we do not want to lose the option for the future. All data tables are generated by Vantagepoint.

Fact Table: PR Projects Master - FACT

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The Vantagepoint System has a significant number of ‘related fields’ that we want to have human readable data. “R” should read as “Regular” in the finished report.

Intermediate Table: PR Charge Type Data - DIM
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Vantagepoint uses an intermediate to ensure a ‘1 to 1’ relationship. At this time, since we are not using the UICultureName data, this table could be considered redundant.

DIM Table: PR Charge Type Description - DIM

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At this point, we are filtering the data to “en-us” so we do not provide all data in a group.

“H” = “Overhead,” not all ‘Labels’ in the “H” group.

When we get to the point, where we would need to use the UICultureName data, we would use the Ends User’s UICultureName data to signify which language they are using.

Table Relationships

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This is the table relationship structure we have put in place.

Question: Is this the best approach?

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Hello All,

I appreciate your asistance. Currently, we are rolling o ut a major project. I will post the PBIX as soon as I can mask it.

Thank You,

Matt

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