Deleting Attributes

You can delete attributes from a generated (and unlocked) model without clearing and regenerating the model. There are no effects on data in the model.

This option is available only in SpotlightXL.

How to Delete an Attribute from a Generated Model?

1. In SpotlightXL, select Model > Setup.
2. Select the model from the Model drop-down.
3. Make sure the model is unlocked.
4. Select Model > Attribute.
5. Select the dimension that the attribute is associated with.
6. Select the attribute that you want to delete.
   
   
   
7. Click Delete from the menu ribbon. A message appears asking you to confirm.
8. Click Yes to confirm the deletion.
9. Select Model > Model Administration > Validation.
10. Select the model from the Model drop-down.
11. Review the status of the validation report to determine if any model artifacts need to be updated. You may have reports or views that refer to the deleted attribute and that need to be updated. Repeat the validation until you have made corrections to all the artifacts.