Create a connector for a table definition

In this topic, you learn how to create a connector for a table data source.

Prerequisites

In the Cockpit, go to Connectivity and click Connector.
In the Connector, click Add.

Result: The connector settings open. You start in the General tab.
Enter a meaningful Name.
Assign the connector to a package of artifacts in Package.
Enter a short and meaningful Description.
Navigate to the Data Source tab.
In Data Source, select Table.
If you want to see a preview of the data when selecting the connector in the Adaptive Designer, activate Previewable.
In Table Definition, select the table definition you want to use the data from.
Navigate to the Documentation tab and enter information about the connector and data source.
Click Save.

Your connector is saved with the current settings. Connector adds an ID to your connector and saves change dates.
Connector adds the Field Catalog tab that shows the properties imported from the table definition.
Your connector is now available when creating an adaptive application.