Extending an Existing Model

Attach extensions to any RAPCache or RAPStore physical data model, or to a logical data model that was generated from a RAP physical model but not extended.

  1. Open the model you want to extend.
  2. From the PowerDesigner main menu, choose Model > Extended Model Definitions.
    Tip: If Extended Model Definitions is not in the menu, make sure that the extensions file is unzipped in the folder where PowerDesigner is installed.
  3. Click Import an Extended Model Definition import extended model definition.

    A list shows available extensions that have not been applied to this model.

  4. Select the correct model extension and choose OK.
    For example, to extend a RAPCache PDM, choose RAPCache.
  5. In the List of Extended Model Definitions dialog, choose OK to extend the model.
PowerDesigner applies the RAP extensions to the model. No other changes are made. For example, a generic LDM is not transformed to a RAP Messages model simply by adding the extensions.
Parent topic: Extended Model Setup