After you export a program or plan to a flat file, you can import the file back to your Oracle HRMS database. Typically, you would use this feature to transfer plan design data between database instances.

Use the Submit Request window.

   To import a plan design from a file:

1. Select Plan Design Copy - Import in the Name field.

2. Enter the Parameters field to open the parameters window.

3. In the Data File field, enter the absolute directory path and file name of the file that you want to import.

   If you do not enter the full directory path when you export the file, the application writes the file to the location specified in the environment variables APPLCSF/APPLLOG.

4. Choose the OK button.

5. Complete the request and click Submit.

6. Close the Submit Request window.

7. Open the Plan Design Copy page.

8. Select the imported file from the Copy History table and click Continue.

9. From the Target Details page, select the Business Group into which you are importing the plan design.

10. Complete the plan copy steps by entering target details, mapping to HR and Payroll data, and submitting the copy process.

    See: Copying a Program or Plan, steps 8-11 for more information.