pp108 : Creating a Sequence Generator

Creating a Sequence Generator

This topic describes the procedure to create a Sequence Generator.

Before you begin this task:

  • Create a Java class for the Sequence Generator.

MDM Sequence Generator creates a unique sequence identifier for the data entity. The Sequence Generator class is a Java code that extends the Interface com.cordys.datagovernance.registry.idgenerators.IRegistryIDGenerator and generates the next unique identifier for the Registry table.

  1. Select a starting point and click (MDM Sequence Generator) to create an MDM Sequence Generator. The <MDM Sequence Generator > - MDM Sequence Generator window appears.
  2. Specify the path of the class name in the Implementation Class text box.
  3. Click . The <MDM Sequence Generator > - MDM Sequence Generator dialog box appears.
  4. Type the appropriate name and description for the MDM Sequence Generator in the Name and Description fields.

    Note:
    To save the MDM Sequence Generator at a specific location, click and select a folder in the Select Folder dialog box. If required, create a project, right-click it and create a folder.

  5. Click OK in the <MDM Sequence Generator> - MDM Sequence Generator dialog box.

An MDM Sequence Generator is created. You can view it in the Workspace Documents window.

After you complete this task:
The Sequence Generator must be added to the required hub data entity or spoke data entity.