At times, it may be necessary to refresh or update the packages, plans, or procedures needed to access database tables. Generally, you apply maintenance for DB Alias access only when you are installing a new version of Optim™ or to recreate packages, plans, or procedures. To refresh or update the packages, plans, or procedures for database tables, select Apply Maintenance for DB Alias Access from the Tasks menu.
The first step in applying maintenance for DB Alias access is to specify an Optim Directory (see Specify Optim Directory). You must select an Optim Directory name and click Proceed to open the next dialog.
When applying maintenance for DB Alias access, the Configuration program must connect to the database to access Optim Directory Tables.
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On the Connect to Database dialog, you must specify the User ID, Password, and Connection String that allows the workstation to connect to the database to access Optim Directory tables.