OData

The information on this page relates to the new upgraded interface of the IConduct platform. To view information about the Classic version of the user interface, follow this link.

 

OData is an open protocol which allows the creation and consumption of queryable and interoperable RESTful APIs in a simple and standard way. This connector is used to import data from the OData service to IConduct.

 

To configure the OData connector, follow the instructions below:

  1. In the Main Menu, select Connections and press Create connection.

Accessing connections

  1. Scroll down to the Services section and select the OData item from the list.

Connector Selection Page

  1. In the OData Provider work area, fill in the following fields and press Create.

Connection Details Area

Fields Description

Connection*

A new connection name. Enter a connection alias here.

Is Active

Toggles connector’s activity at interface execution. Enable the checkbox to activate the connection for execution.

Cloud Agent*

The LAN you are working with. Select "IConduct" for cloud systems and your corporate agent for internal systems.

Implementation Type*

Defines the implementation type. Select from the drop-down list:

  • Default. IConduct scheduler works on the cloud agent set in the Cloud Agent field.
  • Java. IConduct scheduler works by sending requests to a Java agent.

Is Source

This connection entity is available as a data source for Import (writing to Schema). Enable the checkbox to ensure data import.

Is Target

This connection entity is available as a data target that receives data from schema to current data container. Enable the checkbox to ensure data export.

Timeout

The length of time (in milliseconds) the IConduct platform waits for a response from the connection provider before returning a timeout error. Set the time value to stop the system from connection attempts.

Query

The box is intended for entering an SQL query. You can test an SQL query by clicking Test Query once the connection is saved.

DateTime Format

Allows defining the date and time formats appropriate for the connection. For detailed date and time formatting operations please refer to this page.

Server URL*

The service end-point where the request is sent. Insert the target system link here.

For example: https://myserver.com:1234//OData

Username*

Credential used for authentication. Enter a valid username here.

Password*

Credential used for authentication. Enter a valid username password here.

Authentication Type

Not used in this connector.

 

* - mandatory fields

 

Once the connection is saved, you can test if it is successful. Press the Test Connection button. If the created connection works, you will receive a success message. 

Testing the Connection