To generate an OpenSystems SYSOBJ extract file

  1. Before continuing with import procedures for CONNX for Adabas, it is necessary to first import the Natural DDM files, using the Natural Object Handler. Select the SYSEXDDM folder, as this is where the DDM files are located.


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  2. You will then select "unload" to unload the DDM's to an extract file.

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  3. Click the Unload objects into Natural work file(s) radio button. Click Next.


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  4. In the next window of the Unload Wizard, select the Transfer format check box, and then enter the location to which you want the files to be unloaded in the Unload file text box. If necessary, you can use the Browse button.

  5. Select the Use default options radio button,  and then click Next.


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  6. In the next window of the Unload Wizard, select the Do not use parameters radio button, and then click Next.

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  7. In the next window of the Unload Wizard, select the Natural library object radio button, and then click Next.


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  8. In the next window of the Unload Wizard, select the library name that contains your DDM definitions, for example, SYSEXDDM, from the Library list box, and then click the Details button. You may also enter a specific DBID and/or a specific FNR. If you leave these blank, all valid DDMs are returned.

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  9. In the SYSOBJH Unload Wizard window, use the Deselect All button to deselect all of the choices listed under Natural Object Types, and then select only DDM. Click the OK button to return to the Unload Wizard.


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  10. Enter an object name (DDM) that you wish to create an extract for. Click OK.

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  11. Click Next.



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  12. Unload information appears in the next window of the Unload Wizard. Click Next.



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  13. A message appears stating the status of the unload. If it is successful, a file is created on your system under the path and file name specified. Click the Next button to complete the unload, and then close the application.

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