Converting referenced tables

You can convert data module tables into different types of tables.

About this task

Use the Convert option to convert tables. If the data module is sourced from another data module, the Convert option is used to break the link to the source table.

Note: In Cognos® Analytics 11.2.3 and earlier versions, the Break link option was used to break the table relationship to the source data module. Starting with version 11.2.4, this option is replaced by the Convert option.

Converting a reference to a shortcut or alias does not break a link to the source module. For more information, see Data modules.

Procedure

  1. In the data module tree, or on the Relationships or Custom tables tab, click the table context menu Vertical actions menu icon, and select Convert.

    For example, when you select Convert for an alias table, the following conversion types are available:

    Convert dialog box
  2. Select the type of table to convert to, and click Convert.

    The icon on the converted table changes accordingly.