Script/File Execution Facilities
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Two stand-alone utilities establish multiple threads and database connections, letting you simultaneously execute SQL statements against multiple cross-DBMS platform datasources.
- Script Execution Facility lets you type or paste SQL statements to be executed
- File Execution Facility lets you load files containing SQL statements to be executed
Both utilities also work in conjunction with supported scheduling facilities, letting you schedule execution jobs. After completing a scheduled job, a results report lists errors, verifies script execution, and details the output of the job. Results can be automatically sent to any e-mail or network recipients.
Both utilities use a tabbed dialog box where you set the parameters and options for the script execution.
To execute SQL using one of these facilities
- On the Tools menu, select either Script Execution Facility or File Execution Facility.
- A tabbed dialog opens. It lets you provide the SQL to be executed and provide additional details.
- Use the following table as a guide to selecting settings on the tab of this dialog:
Tab | Setting | Description |
---|---|---|
Script (Script Execution Facility only) |
Script box |
Lets you type or paste a script. |
Files (File Execution Facility only) |
Show Full File Paths |
Select to display the full path. Deselect to display only the file name. |
File Name |
Displays the file names. | |
Add and Remove |
Use these controls to add or remove files. | |
View |
Opens the View File dialog box. | |
Up and Down |
Use these controls to move the selected file up or down in the list. | |
Target |
Select the Target Datasource(s) to Execute the Script Against |
Only Connected Datasources - Displays only datasources that are currently connected in the Datasource grid. All DBMS Types - Displays all DBMS types in the Datasource grid. |
Datasource grid |
Displays the target datasource(s) to execute the script/file against. Select a datasource name. If the datasource has multiple databases, type in a database in the Database box. | |
Output |
Graphical Output |
If selected, specifies a graphical output. |
File Output |
If selected, specifies a file output. Directory - Type or browse to enter the full path and directory name in which you want to place the output file. File Type - Specifies a file type. Include column titles when saving - If selected, lets you save column titles. Open files with registered applications - If selected, opens files with registered applications. | |
Notify |
Job Description |
Lets you enter a job description. This description will be the subject of the notification E-mail. |
E-mail address |
Lets you enter E-mail addresses. Separate each E-mail address with a semicolon (;). | |
Net Send User Names |
Lets you enter net send user names. Separate each name with a semicolon (;). |
- 3. When ready, click Execute.