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Edit a hierarchy type

Learn how to edit a hierarchy type so that you can update its display name or associated entity types.

You can update an existing hierarchy type in Data Modeler.

Prerequisites
Before you continue, make sure the following prerequisites are met:
  • You have access to the Data Modeler application in Console.
  • You have created hierarchy types with associated entity types.
To edit a hierarchy type:
  1. In the Console, select Data Modeler.
  2. In the Data Modeler, select Hierarchy types from the left navigation pane. A list of hierarchy types is displayed.
  3. Hover over the Hierarchy type you want to edit and select the pencil (edit) icon.
  4. Update the fields as needed.
    FieldDescription
    Display nameUpdate the name displayed for the hierarchy type.
    Entity typesAdd or remove associated entity types. To remove an entity type, select the Delete icon next to the entity type row.
    Can beSelect one of the following options:
    • Child only: Can't have children and must have a parent.
    • Parent only: Can have children but cannot have a parent.
    • Parent & child: Can have children and parents.
    Note: If you add entity types, at least one must be able to act as a parent and at least one must be able to act as a child. A single Parent & child selection meets both requirements. If you remove all entity types, all entity types are allowed.
  5. Select Save.
Result

The updated hierarchy type is saved and the changes appear in the Hierarchy types list.