Database Conversion

This chapter describes how to complete an upgrade from CA 7 r11.3. Upgrading to CA WA CA 7 Edition Version 12.0 includes the following steps:

Preparing the r11.3 database and queues for conversion to CA Datacom/AD.
Converting the r11.3 database and queues to CA Datacom/AD.
Conversion validation.

Important! Database conversion requires an r11.3 environment as a starting point. Instances that are not at the r11.3 level must be upgraded to r11.3 before starting the database conversion process.

Recommendations for a successful conversion:

Read through this chapter to gain an understanding of the complete conversion process before you begin. Conversion checklists are provided to guide you, but if necessary, contact CA Support to resolve any outstanding questions before starting the process.
Perform the process against a test copy of your production data before performing the actual conversion.
Retain output from all conversion activities.

This section contains the following topics:

Prepare for Conversion

Conversion

Conversion Validation

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