Working with a Scenario from a Different Repository FAQS

1. Why would I need to operate a scenario from a different repository?
• Scenarios may need to be operated from a different repository if you have multiple environments, such as a development, qualification, and production environment, or if you need to centralize operations across different sites or agencies with separate repositories.
2. What are the prerequisites for operating a scenario from a different repository?
• You must have a work repository installed in each environment (e.g., site, agency, or IT environment).
• The master repository attached to the work repository should have a compatible logical architecture (same logical schema names).
• The physical architecture can differ between repositories, but context codes and topology settings should match if explicitly defined in procedures or mappings.
3. Can I import the topology from one repository to another?
• Yes, you can export and import the topology from a development master repository to the target repository using the Topology module. This operation ensures that the logical and physical architectures are aligned between repositories.
4. What happens to server addresses when importing topology?
• When you import the topology, it references the new data servers without modifying the servers already present in the target repository. You may need to personalize the server addresses after the import to fit the new environment.
5. How do I export and import a scenario from one repository to another?
• To operate a scenario from a different repository:
1. Export the scenario from the original repository.
2. Transfer the exported scenario file to the target environment.
3. Open Designer Navigator in the target environment and connect to the target repository.
4. Import the scenario from the export file into the target repository.
6. Do I need to change any settings when exporting and importing scenarios?
• Ensure that the topology, logical schema names, and context codes are compatible between repositories. If there are differences in physical architectures, server addresses may need to be updated after importing the topology.
7. What is the role of the "context code" when working with scenarios across repositories?
• The context code is a key setting in some procedures or mappings. If the scenario relies on specific context codes, the target repository must have the same codes defined to ensure proper execution of the scenario.
8. Can I use the same scenario across multiple repositories?
• Yes, as long as the logical and physical topologies are compatible, and any required context codes are consistent, you can use the same scenario in different repositories, allowing for centralized management and deployment across environments.