This topic describes how to import and export data between Rational® ClearQuest® databases,
and how to import data into a Rational ClearQuest database
from another defect tracking system.
To prevent data corruption, you must export and import data only
between databases that have the same data code page value. For more
information, see the ClearQuest and code pages information
in the online Help for the Administrator role.
Overview of importing and exporting data
Using the Import and Export wizards, you can move data
such as records, history, and attachments from other change request
systems and between Rational ClearQuest databases.
Testing the import process
This topic provides an overview of the steps you should
follow to test the import process.
Creating an import schema
Before you can import data into a Rational ClearQuest database,
you must create an import schema or modify an existing schema to support the
data to be imported.
Creating a database for imported data
Before importing data into a Rational ClearQuest database,
you must create a user database to hold the imported data and associate
this database with the import schema.
Creating a Rational ClearQuest import file
If you are exporting data from an existing Rational ClearQuest database,
you can use the Export feature to create the import file.