Configure a staging area for data import

Configure a root folder location for importing data to AVEVA Enterprise Resource Management.

1. Navigate to the s22015 Import Staging Areas screen.

2. To refresh the screen, select the F5 key.

3. On the Home menu, in the Record group, select Create.

   In the Import Staging Areas grid, a blank row is created.

4. Select the General tab and perform the following:

   • In the Code field, enter the unique code of a staging area.

   • In the Import Folder field, enter the location of the import folder related to the staging area.

     You can use the folder to monitor and load files.

   • In the Configuration Folder field, enter the location of the configuration folder related to the staging area.

     You can save configuration files in the folder when you import files from the staging area.

   • In the Working Folder field, enter the location of the working folder related to the staging area.

     You can use the folder to save temporary files that are created when an import file is loaded.

5. (Optional) Enter the relevant details in other fields as required. For more information on all the fields, see s22015 Field descriptions.

6. On the Home menu, in the Record group, select Save.

   The staging area is configured.