Creating a Map
A map is a set of rules for transforming data from the input (source) to the outputs (targets). You can create a map in two phases—at design time and at runtime. This separation of the mapping process enables you to reuse the artifacts in other DataConnect operations.
To create a map:
2. Select a DataConnect project and do any of the following:
• Go to File > New > Map.
• Click the arrow in
and then click
Map.
• Right-click on the project and then click New > Map.
The New Map File window is displayed.
3. In the Map File Name field, type a name for the map and click Next.
4. In the Map File Description field, type a description.
5. Click Finish.
A new map is created and are added under the project. When you create a map, the map file opens in a map editor view (tab), where you can design the map. For more information about maps, see
Designing and Executing Map.
Note: When creating a map in a workspace that already has only XML-based artifacts and if v9 compatibility mode is not enabled, then DataConnect detects that the existing artifacts are v9 compatible but the Compatibility mode is not enabled. The Compatibility Mode Preference Confirmation window is displayed asking if you want to enable v9 compatibility mode for new artifacts. Else, the new map is created in JSON format.
| When using a map as part of the Transformation step, a Transformation Session dialog box is displayed asking you to either create a new session or use an existing session. |
