What term describes the logical category that encompasses a list of values in financial models?

The term that describes the logical category encompassing a list of values in financial models is "Dimension." Dimensions are fundamental components in financial modeling within Workday Adaptive Planning. They allow users to categorize data and provide a framework for organizing financial information. A dimension can represent various attributes such as time, departments, products, or geographic locations, enabling users to create detailed reports and analyses based on these categorized values.

By defining dimensions, users can easily analyze data across different segments, enhancing the overall understanding of financial performance. This categorization is crucial for creating flexible models that can adapt to various reporting needs.

Custom Properties refer to additional attributes that can be added to existing data but do not encompass a broad list of values themselves. An Account represents a specific financial line item, such as revenue or expenses, rather than a logical category that holds multiple values. Linked Accounts are used to create connections between different accounts but do not represent the overarching structure of values in the way that dimensions do.