You can generate the following types of models from CDMs, LDMs, and PDMs:
Data Model
CDM
LDM
PDM
OOM
XSM
CDM
X
X
X
X
LDM
X
X
X
PDM
X
X
X
X
X
Select Tools, and then one of the following to open the appropriate Model Generation Options Window:
Generate Conceptual Data Model... Ctrl+Shift+C
Generate Logical Data Model... Ctrl+Shift+L
Generate Physical Data Model... Ctrl+Shift+P
Generate Object-Oriented Model... Ctrl+Shift+O
Generate XML Model... Ctrl+Shift+M
On the General tab, select a radio button to generate a new or update an existing model, and complete the appropriate options.
[optional – PDM-PDM generation only] Click the DBMS Preserve Options tab and set any appropriate options.
[optional] Click the Detail tab and set any appropriate options. We recommend that you select the Check model checkbox to check the model for errors and warnings before generation.
[optional] Click the Target Models tab and specify the target models for any generated shortcuts.
[optional] Click the Selection tab and select or deselect objects to generate.
Click OK to begin generation.
Note:
For detailed information about the options available on the various tabs of the Generation window, see the Linking and Synchronizing Models chapter of the Core Features Guide.