Metadata Store Info

Access the Store Details of a Data Store Meta Data to view key metadata like name, source, total records, synonyms, and global search options.

Prerequisites:

Navigate to the Data Store Metadata list
- Go to Data Center > My Connectors > Data Store > Data Store Metadata.
Select a Meta Data Store
- From the list, locate and select the Data Store Metadata you want to view.
Open Store Details
- Click the Store Details icon for the selected Meta Data Store.

Meta Datastore Name Displays the name of the Data Store.
Index Indicates the source database from which the data is loaded.
Total Records Shows the total number of records in the Data Store.
Default Synonyms
- Enabling this option allows for the recreation of synonyms associated with the Data Store.
- Synonyms help with improving search and understanding of field names.
Global Search
- Enabling this option makes the Data Store discoverable via Global Search within the platform.
Dimensions, Measures, and Time
- Displays the fields broadly segregated into Dimensions, Measures, and Time categories, providing an overview of the Data Store's structure.

Notes & Tips:

Default Synonyms: Useful for ensuring that field names are consistent and easily discoverable across modules.
Global Search: When enabled, users can search for this Data Store by its fields, synonyms, or other metadata across the platform.
Field Categories: Helps quickly identify and understand the Data Store’s structure.
Enabling Global Search: Consider enabling this for Data Stores that are frequently used across different dashboards or modules.
Reviewing Synonyms: Use the Default Synonyms option if you want to ensure consistent field names across teams or departments.

Store Details icon not visible: Ensure you have the correct permissions to view the Data Store Metadata and access its details.
Synonyms not updating: If synonyms aren’t being created, confirm that the Default Synonyms option is enabled and that the necessary field mappings are defined.