Introduction to Scenarios FAQS

1. What is a scenario in Oracle Data Integrator (ODI)?

   • A scenario is a frozen code representation of a component.
   • It can represent components like packages, procedures, mappings, or variables.
   • The scenario is created after the component is tested and completed.
   • ·It executes a specific task defined by the component.

2. How are scenarios created?

• Scenarios are created in the Designer Navigator after a component has been finished and tested.
• Once created, the scenario’s code is fixed and cannot be modified by future changes to the component.

3. What components can be used to generate scenarios?

• You can generate scenarios for the following components:
• Packages
• Procedures
• Mappings
• Variables

4. What happens to a scenario if the original component changes after the scenario is generated?

• Once a scenario is generated, it is frozen, meaning any future changes made to the original component will not affect the generated scenario.

5. What are scenario variables?

• Scenario variables are parameters used within a scenario that should be defined before the scenario is executed.
• They allow for customizing the behavior of the scenario when it runs.

6. Where are scenarios stored?

• Scenarios are stored in the work repository after they are generated.
• You can later export the scenario and import it into another repository, either development or execution.

7. Can scenarios be exported and used in other repositories?

• Yes, scenarios can be exported from the work repository and imported into other repositories (both development and execution) for use in different contexts.

8. Where can I find the scenarios within the Oracle Data Integrator interface?

• Scenarios appear in the Operator Navigator and Designer Navigator in the Load Plans and Scenarios section.
• They can also appear in the Projects section of the Designer Navigator.

9. Can I version my scenarios?

• Yes, scenarios can be versioned.
• For more details, refer to Using Version Control (Legacy Mode), which explains how to manage different versions of your scenarios.

10. How can I launch a scenario?

• Scenarios can be launched in several ways:
• From the command line
• From the Oracle Data Integrator Studio
• By scheduling them using the built-in scheduler of the run-time agent or using an external scheduler.

11. Can I modify a scenario after it has been created?

• No, once a scenario has been created and frozen, it cannot be modified.
• You would need to generate a new scenario if changes are needed.

12. Can I schedule scenarios to run automatically?

• Yes, scenarios can be scheduled to run using the built-in scheduler in the run-time agent or an external scheduler.