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Restore Test Data

When you run a test stream, you must use the same test data that was used when you logged the test stream. For example, if the logged test stream adds a customer record, the run test stream must be able to add the same record. Sometimes this means you will have to restore your test data.

• If the application you are testing does not modify the test data, you can use the original data. For example, you should be able to retest an inquiry transaction using the same unrestored data.
• If the application you are testing does modify the test data, you can either:
  • Back up the data before testing so it can be restored
  • Construct the test stream so that all changes are reversed at the end

    For example, delete any items added, add any items deleted, and reverse all updates.