Defining Custom Rules for Dimension Security

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Defining Custom Rules for Dimension Security

A custom rule is the most flexible type of rule for controlling access to dimension members by users in a role. In a custom rule, you can allow and deny access to specific dimension levels and members. You can also control visual totals and select a default member.

You can create a custom rule for dimension security in a database role or in a cube role. Custom rules in a cube role override custom rules in the database role of the same name.

To create a custom rule in a database role, use Database Role Manager, the Database Role dialog box, and the Custom Dimension Security dialog box.

To create a custom rule for dimension security in a database role