What is pattern file in SAP EIM-DS - Data Services?

SAP Term: pattern file

• Component: EIM-DS

• Component Name: Data Services

• Description: A plain text file that contains user-defined patterns and is used by the Data Cleanse transform, and can be edited by any text editing program.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A pattern file is a text file used in SAP Data Services (EIM-DS) to define the structure of a data source. It contains information about the data source, such as the number of columns, data types, and column names. The pattern file is used to map the data source to a target table in the database.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use a pattern file, you must first create it in the Data Services Designer. This can be done by selecting the “Create Pattern File” option from the File menu. Once created, you can then use the pattern file to map the data source to a target table in the database.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a pattern file, it is important to ensure that all of the columns in the data source are correctly mapped to their corresponding columns in the target table. This will ensure that all of the data is correctly imported into the database. Additionally, it is important to check that all of the data types are correct, as this will affect how the data is stored in the database.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on pattern files and how to use them in SAP Data Services (EIM-DS), please refer to SAP’s official documentation on pattern files. Additionally, there are many tutorials available online that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create and use pattern files.