Project Data Section of the Import Tab of the Import/Export Project Dialog Box

Overview

Use this section to select an import action when the same data exists in the import file and project being updated. Select Delete to delete those values in the database that are not contained in the file you are importing.

Screen Elements

Name field

The name of the project, code, EPS node, or portfolio. Use in correspondence with the Import Action lists to select an action for each name.

Import Action list

Determines what action to take when importing:

  • Keep Existing: Retains data in the existing methodology and does not overwrite them with the updated data; adds new data if the record does not exist.
  • Update Existing: Overwrites data in the existing methodology with updated data; adds new data if the record does not exist.
  • Do Not Import: Retains data in the existing methodology and does not import the updated data.

Delete option

Determines whether to delete the selected item.

Getting Here

  1. Click "" Projects.
  2. On the Projects navigation bar, click "" EPS.
  3. On the EPS page, click the Actions menu and select Import/Export "" XML Project Import/Export.
  4. In the Import/Export Project dialog box, click the Import tab.
  5. On the Import tab:
    1. Select Primavera XML from the Import Type list.
    2. Click Advanced "".

Related Topics

About Importing and Exporting Projects

Working with Primavera XML Project Import/Export

Importing Projects using Primavera XML Format


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