Table

Overview

Table is the default source type for new sources. In the repository seed data it is stored as TABLE with SourceTypeID = 1 and the description Table.

Function

Use the Table source type when a source is based on table-shaped metadata rather than a manually entered SQL query or an SAP delta source.

When Table is selected in the Define source page, AnalyticsCreator keeps the Definition tab available for source-column metadata and hides the Query tab. Saving a Table source clears the stored query text, requires a source name and connector, and saves the source fields and column definitions.

Connector selection controls which extra fields are visible. CSV connectors are limited to the Table source type and can use Get CSV structure to replace the source-column grid from the selected file. SAP connectors allow Table, SAP_DELTAQ, and SAP_ODP. OData connectors can use Table together with the OData resource fields shown by the connector.

Access

Table source type configuration is opened through the common Define source page. The source type itself is selected in the Type field, except for CSV connectors where the Type field is hidden and Table is used automatically.

How to access

Navigation tree

Sources -> CONNECTOR -> Create new source, Sources -> CONNECTOR -> Read source from connector, or Sources -> SOURCE -> Edit source

Toolbar

Sources -> List -> Sources

Diagram

Not direct. Edit a Table source from the Sources list or source navigation-tree node.

Visual element

Define source page, Type list, Definition tab, Sources list, and source navigation-tree node.

Screen overview

The Define source page contains the following visible fields and actions when the Table source type is selected.

ID Property Description
1Source NameSource name. Saving requires a non-empty value. When a CSV file is selected with the file picker and the source name is empty, AnalyticsCreator fills it from the file name.
2Source SchemaSource schema. For Azure BLOB connectors the label changes to Directory and saving requires a value.
3ConnectorConnector used by the source. Saving requires a selected connector and prevents changing an existing source to a connector of another connector type.
4GroupOptional source group. The list is populated from existing source groups and can also accept typed text.
5TypeSelect TABLE. New sources default to SourceTypeID 1. For CSV connectors the Type field is hidden and the available source type is Table only.
6Friendly nameFriendly display name stored with the source.
7Anonymization check statementOptional anonymization check statement for the source.
8DescriptionDescription stored with the source.
9PathFile path field used by CSV sources. The ... button opens a file picker for CSV, TXT, or any file.
10Process files in directoryEnables the directory-processing fields for file-oriented connectors.
11DirectoryDirectory used when files are processed from a folder.
12File extensionFile specification stored for directory processing.
13Include subdirectoriesControls whether directory processing includes subdirectories.
14DefinitionTab that contains the source-column grid. This tab remains visible for Table sources.
15QueryTab hidden for Table sources. Saving a Table source clears the stored query value.
16Column NameSource-column name in the Definition grid.
17OrderNrSource-column order number.
18Data TypeSource-column data type. The list is populated from the selected connector type.
19MaxLength, NumPrec, NumScaleLength, numeric precision, and numeric scale values for the source column.
20NullableControls whether the source column allows null values.
21PK Ordinal PositionPrimary-key ordinal position for the source column.
22AnonymizeAnonymization option. Values come from the COLUMNS_ANONYMIZATION_TYPES parameter, with a fallback of no and yes.
23Friendly nameFriendly display name for the source column.
24Display folderDisplay folder value for the source column.
25Referenced columnOptional reference to a source column that is the single primary-key column of another source.
26ReferencesRead-only reference information for the source column.
27DescriptionDescription for the source column.
28Get CSV structureCSV-only action. If a path is set, AnalyticsCreator parses the file, replaces existing source columns after confirmation, and fills data types, lengths, precision, scale, and text qualification.
29ConstraintsOpens the source constraints dialog for a stored source. New unsaved sources must be saved before constraints can be edited.
30SaveSaves the source definition, clears query text for Table sources, submits changes, and refreshes the navigation tree when a new source is created or the source name changes.
31CancelReturns to the previous page. If there are unsaved changes, AnalyticsCreator asks whether to save or cancel the navigation.

List behavior

  • The Sources list can be opened globally from the Sources toolbar tab or scoped to a connector from the connector node.
  • The search filter matches source description, connector name, source schema, or source name.
  • The list grid shows Source Schema, Source Name, Connector, Type, Path, Friendly name, and Description.
  • Double-clicking a source opens it in the Define source page. Delete removes the selected source after confirmation.

Source actions

  • The Sources branch provides Refresh, DWH Wizard, List sources, Create new source, and Read source from connector.
  • A selected source provides Locate in diagram, Set diagram filter, Add to diagram filter, Edit source, Delete source, Add import, Add export, Refresh structure, Preview data, and Show reference diagram.

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