Import XML files

You can import XML files into your ARIS database. XML files exported from ARIS are encrypted by default.

To import files that are not encrypted, you must have the ARIS Access license privilege extension for ARIS Architect or ARIS UML Designer.

This is the only way to unlock the XML file and thus obtain indirect access to ARIS data and the repository using external applications.

The following methods are available for accessing an exported XML file:

Use case

User with ARIS Access license

User without ARIS Access license

Importing an ARIS 9.x filter, which has been exported without using an ARIS Access license

possible

possible

Importing an ARIS 9.x filter or an XML export, which has been exported using an ARIS Access license

possible

not possible

Prerequisite

You need to have the ARIS Access license privilege. Otherwise, this content cannot be accessed.

Procedure

  1. Click ARIS > Explorer Explorer.
  2. Click the group into which you want to import.
  3. Activate the Contents tab bar.
  4. Select Import Import > XML files. The XML Import Wizard opens.

Specify the relevant settings and click Finish.

Content from the XML file is imported into your database.