Defining Simple Data Types Developing Message Interfaces

Procedure

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1. Create a data type in your namespace on the design maintenance screen of the Integration Builder (see also: Creating a New Object).

2. Choose the Definition tab page. The XSD editor automatically selects the category Simple Type when you create a data type.

3. In the Type column, define a built-in data type by clicking or double clicking the cell and selecting a value from the list box.

You can also reference other simple data types by using the input help in the toolbar or in the list box. You cannot reference complex data types.

You cannot make any entries for simple data types in the Occurrence column.

4. To define the facets of the simple data type in the Details column, call the input help by double clicking.

5. Enter a description for your simple data type.

6. Save your changes.

Result

You can now use your simple data type in other data types or (fault) message types.