You can import objects listed in Excel files to any kind of model by using the Excel Import Sample extended model definition.
The Excel Import Sample extended model definition allows you to launch a wizard that guides you through mapping columns in Excel files to PowerDesigner object properties. This XEM is provided as an example of how you can import data from external file types, and is located at:
install_dir\Resource Files\Extended Model Definitions\ExcelImport.xem
To launch the wizard, you must attach the Excel Import Sample extended model definition to your model and then right-click the model in the Browser and select
.For full documentation about using the wizard and how the import is implemented, open the XEM in the Resource Editor and read the detailed commentary on the root element.