Creating Data Models

1. To create a new data model, proceed as follows:

   On the Data Modeler: Initial Screen enter a unique name for the new entity type in the entry field Modeling Object.

   Naming convention:

   Data model names may contain only alphanumeric characters and underscores.

2. Choose Data Model under Selection.

3. Choose Create.

4. Specify the attributes for the data model on the screen Create Data Model: Definition.

   • Short text (mandatory)

   • Type

   • Graphics information:

     You can define here the color you want your data model to have in the graphics. To display a list of available colors, choose F4.

   • References

   • Definition:

     You can access the text editor by clicking Editor or by double-clicking the definition text. You can enter more detailed definitions here.

5. Save the data model and make the appropriate entries in the dialog box Maintain Object Catalog Entry (under Development Class or as Local Object) and in the dialog box of the Workbench Organizer.

If you want to insert the data model into the hierarchy and/or want to assign the relevant entity types/data models, you must access the hierarchy.

To access the screen Change Data Model: Hierarchy, choose Hierarchy.

Displaying/Printing Data Models

Changing Data Models

Deleting Data Models

Switching Data Models

Data Model: Performing Consistency Checks

Data Model: Use in Other Data Models (Inverse Hierarchy)

Inverse Hierarchy: Changing the Display