Additive Datasets

Additive datasets are used to layer datasets from the same period together so that results are seen in a single dataset view. They are ideal when there are different types of data for a specific period that needs to be both isolated and combined with other data for the same period.

To create a Reporting Dataset:

1.	In Administration, select Manage Datasets and then Reporting Datasets.

2.	Type a name for Reporting Datasets. This name must be unique and cannot be the same as a Dataset name.

3.	From Type, select Additive.

4.	Click Add.

5.	In the Reporting Dataset Name list, choose the Reporting Dataset. The reporting dataset will then be highlighted.

6.	Select the appropriate datasets in the Datasets Represented in Reporting Datasets drop-down list.

7.	Click Add.

8.	To view the Reporting Dataset, in the navigator you will need to select Reports. The Additive Reporting Dataset is now available in the Control Center drop-down list. The Type will appear as Add for a Additive Dataset.

9.	Select the Additive Reporting Dataset from the Dataset list.

10.	Choose a report to view the data.

Additional Additive Dataset Information

•	Additive reporting datasets can be used to view: With and Without Stat to GAAP, Current Year Only to With Adjustments for Prior Years True-Ups, and Without Tax Contingencies to Financial Basis reporting.

•	The reporting dataset can have as many datasets as necessary as long as they have the same year and period.

•	The rates and balances within each dataset do not change and the reporting dataset shows the net impact of all the datasets in the reporting dataset.