How to Backup and Restore a Model in SpotlightXL

A model backup creates a duplicate of the model structure and all components (data is optional) in a zip file. It ensures your work remains safe in case of accidental deletion or system issues, allowing you to continue without interruptions.

1. In SpotlightXL, select the Manage >Application Administration > Model Backup/Restore.
2. Select Backup.
3. From the list box, select the model you wish to back up.
4. In the data drop-down list, select the desired level.
   
   Note:

   Best practice is to select Leaf level.
5. Click Backup.
   
6. Specify the location for storing the backup file.
7. Click Save.

Limitations: The maximum size for model backup and/or restore is 200 MB by default. If data is included in the backup, the system checks to ensure data is under 200 MB. For anything over the limit, contact Planful Support to increase the limit to 500 MB. There is no metadata size limitation.

Certain items, such as permissions, are not included in the backup. Be sure to review user and model permissions:

• Model Permissions: These must be recreated in the target application; Power users will have default access.
• Users, Groups, and User Groups: These are application-specific and not included in the backup.
• Additional Data Sources: Non-Planful data sources are not backed up.

How to Restore a Model?

1. Navigate to Manage > Application Administration > Model Backup/Restore.
2. Click Restore.
3. Click Browse to locate the file you want to use for restoring the model.
4. Click Restore. Additionally, you can use Restore As to restore the model under a different name.