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Generating a Mapping from a Profile

You can create a mapping object from a profile. Use the mapping object you create to develop a valid mapping. The mapping you create has a data source based on the profiled object and can contain transformations based on profile rule logic. After you create the mapping, add objects to complete it.
    1. In the Object Explorer view, find the profile on which to create the mapping.
    2. Right-click the profile name and select Generate Mapping.
    The Generate Mapping dialog box displays.
    3. Enter a mapping name. Optionally, enter a description for the mapping.
    4. Confirm the folder location for the mapping.
    By default, the Developer tool creates the mapping in the Mappings folder in the same project as the profile. Click Browse to select a different location for the mapping.
    5. Confirm the profile definition that the Developer tool uses to create the mapping. To use another profile, click Select Profile.
    6. Click Finish.
    The mapping appears in the Object Explorer.
Add objects to the mapping to complete it.