About Data Sets

A data set is a collection of data elements that operates as a unit. The data elements typically describe a particular type of object, event, or relationship. Configuration attributes refine or augment source data. Data sources can include the following:

  • A cBase (required for version 7.1(12) and earlier)
  • Input files (cBase, text files, ODBC sources, Spectre Dives, Integrator Tunnel scripts, or setup plugin files for version 7.1(13) and later)

    TIP: The input can be taken from the output of another factory project using an alias.

  • Flag tables
  • Lookup tables
  • Links
  • Plugins

You can add:

  • Calc rules
  • Flag rules
  • Link rules
  • Lookup rules
  • Plugin rules
  • Setup rules (version 7.1(13) or later)
  • Source rule metadata

Before you start creating data sets using the Measure Factory Editor, review Prerequisites for Using the Measure Factory Editor.

See also Adding Data Sets Using the Measure Factory Editor.