Use XMLA to backup SSAS databases. Below is an simple example:
<Backup xmlns=" http://schemas.microsoft.com/analysisservices/2003/engine ">
<Object>
<DatabaseID>Microsoft_Analytics</DatabaseID>
<Backup xmlns=" http://schemas.microsoft.com/analysisservices/2003/engine ">
<Object>
<DatabaseID>Microsoft_Analytics</DatabaseID>