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Status Future consideration
Workspace IBM i
Categories IBM i Access Family
Created by Guest
Created on Apr 19, 2024

ACS - Provide for parameter definition to be user definable in Generate SQL --> DDL.

I use the schema definitions on a daily basis. As part of modernization of the native database definitions to SQL, I need to retrieve the DDL code from existing objects such as physical files, Logical files, tables, views etc.

The process in ACS requires too many steps/clicks to get the source retrieved.

The aim is to be able to select the object whose DDL is to be retrieved and click GENERATE.

 Request:

Provide a preferences option for all definition screens in the schemas tool to allow the developer to default values always used. Example: the OR REPLACE clause. 

Idea priority High
  • Guest
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    Jul 16, 2024
    While we appreciate CAAC's variety of experience and input, we understand the submitter's concern and request. We will keep it on the list for future consideration.
    IBM Power Systems Development
  • Admin
    Carmelita Ruvalcaba Cevallos
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    Jul 16, 2024

    The CAAC has reviewed this IBM Idea and recommends that IBM not implement this request.

    Right click and Generate SQL is considered to be relatively efficient.

    Background: The COMMON Americas Advisory Council (CAAC) members have a broad range of experience in working with small and medium-sized IBM i customers. CAAC has a key role in working with IBM i development to help assess the value and impact of individual IBM Ideas on the broader IBM i community and has therefore reviewed your Idea.

    For more information about CAAC, see www.common.org/caac

    Carmelita Ruvalcaba - CAAC Program Manager


  • Guest
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    Apr 23, 2024
    Thank you for submitting your Idea to enhance IBM i Access Client Solutions (ACS). We understand the request and will consider it for a future update though no commitment is made nor implied.
    IBM Power Systems Development
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