Business context
A business-context record is a fact linked to one or more definitions for a specific period. Sienna will include matching context when it interprets an answer or chart. It does not describe a problem with the data and does not change SQL or the computed result.
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A context record links a fact to definitions and dates
The fact states what happened. Attached definitions and effective dates determine where Sienna can use it.
Renewal invoices moved into June
Fact
July renewals were invoiced in June during a billing-system change.
- Attached definitions
- Recognized revenue · Renewal revenue
- Effective period
- June 1 to August 31, 2026
- Source
- Finance monthly review · confirmed July 8, 2026
Matching answers and charts include the context
The definition and period used by the result determine whether the context applies.
Recognized revenueJune 2026
$4.2M+18% vs May
Recognized revenue increased 18% in June to $4.2M.
Outside the attached definitions or effective period, the record is not included. The query and computed result stay unchanged in either case.