Hierarchical Schemas
A hierarchical schema is based on a schema file or sample file that you import to Informatica Cloud. If you import a sample file, Informatica Cloud generates a schema based on the structure of the sample file. The schema defines the expected hierarchy of the input data.
You can create a hierarchical schema in two ways. You can create a standalone hierarchical schema that can be associated with any transformation that you choose. Alternatively, you can create a hierarchical schema from within a specific transformation.
When you create a standalone hierarchical schema, you import a JSON sample file or .xsd file as the basis of the schema.
You can associate the hierarchical schema with any transformation, whether you create it as a standalone hierarchical schema or as part of a specific transformation.
You can create, edit, or delete a hierarchical schema. You can edit a hierarchical schema and change the root or change the schema definition. However if you have used the hierarchical schema in a transformation, you cannot edit or delete it. Before you delete a hierarchical schema, verify that you did not use it in a transformation.
Creating a Hierarchical Schema
Create a hierarchical schema in Informatica Cloud.
1. Click New > Components > Hierarchical Schema.
2. In the New Hierarchical Schema page, enter a name and description. You must provide a name for the hierarchical schema.
3. Browse to select a project location.
4. To select a schema or sample file, click Upload. Click Choose File and browse for an XML .xsd file, or select a sample .json file, and then click OK.
When you add a JSON sample file, Informatica Cloud generates a schema from the sample.
5. If you selected an .xsd file with multiple possible root elements, select a root from the drop-down menu.
6. If you selected a schema that refers to another schema, you must also upload the referenced schema. To upload the referenced schema, click Upload, browse for the referenced schema file and click OK.
7. To save the hierarchical schema, click OK.