When you run the PDW to PDW File Merge Utility, the system generates a report and places it in your Hold file. Use the report to view the results of the merge.
To view the PDW to PDW Product File Merge Report:
Run the PDW to PDW File Merge Utility.
Note: If prompted, log on to the character-based system.
Use the Print hot key to display the PDW to PDW Product File Merge Report on thye Hold Pre-View screen.
Review the report's information in the following fields:
Column |
Description |
U |
Indicates whether the product records will be merged or not:
|
Unique Key |
The value for the metadata item entered in the Match On field. For example, if you entered UPC in the Match On field, the actual UPC number displays in this field. |
PDW ID1 |
The PDW ID for the first PDW product record. |
PDW Description 1 |
The description of the first PDW product record. |
PDW ID2 |
The PDW ID for the second PDW product record. |
PDW Description 2 |
The description of the second PDW product record. |
Note: Use the Right and Left Arrow keys to scroll across the screen.
Press Esc to exit the screen.
More Options for Viewing the Merge Report
The following are some common options you might use when viewing the merge report.
Hot Key |
Function |
Format |
Displays the Set-View Parameters Maintenance screen. Indicate the starting and ending columns and rows you want to print on this report. |
Search |
Displays a Search String prompt. Enter a string of keywords for which to search. |
Page Skip |
Displays a Page to View prompt. Enter the page number for the page you want to view. |
Displays the Print Options screen, which you can use to print the report. |
|
View Detail |
Allows you to view the detailed descriptions for the line item. |
Edit Detail |
If authorized, allows you to edit the descriptions for the line item. |
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