Deleting a custom file layer type

Integration Architects may identify custom file layer types that are no longer needed or valid, and request the System Administrator delete them.

About this task

This procedure is for advanced users with a knowledge of XAPIs and APIs.

To delete a custom file layer type:

Procedure

  1. Open a text or XML editor.
  2. Enter text to delete the custom file layer type by specifying the original primary key along with the “Delete” operation, as in the following example: 
    <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<MultiApi>
<API Name="manageFgConsumerFileLayerType">
<Input>
<FgConsumerFileLayerType ConsumerFileLayerTypeKey="DR13E_GUID"
 Operation="Delete"/>
</Input>
</API>
</MultiApi>
  3. Save the XML file to a local directory.
  4. Select Tools > B2B Console > Business Processes > Manager.
  5. Search for the FileGatewayCustomLayerXAPI business process.
  6. Select Execution Manager to execute the FileGatewayCustomLayerXAPI business process, specifying the XML file from step 3 as the document.
  7. The B2B Console executes the business process and deletes the custom file layer type in the database.
  8. Stop and Restart Sterling File Gateway.