What must be manually created in Datasphere to build a new Analytics Cloud Story?

To build a new Analytics Cloud Story in Datasphere, establishing a connection is a crucial step. The connection serves as the bridge between the analytics tools and the data stored in Datasphere. It enables the Analytics Cloud to access and query the data, allowing users to visualize and analyze the information effectively within the story.

The connection must be configured manually so that the Analytics Cloud can properly authenticate and interact with the relevant datasets in Datasphere. This setup is essential to ensure data integrity, security, and efficient retrieval of information used in the analytics process.

While creating a data source, data package, or dashboard are important components within the realm of SAP Analytics Cloud, the connection is foundational and must be established first for any data visualization or storytelling to take place. Hence, focusing on creating this connection first is critical before leveraging any other functionalities in the analytics environment.