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How to: Set up the File Writer endpoint

Use the File Writer endpoint to create external files with data from Microsoft Dynamics NAV.

To set up the File Writer endpoint:

  1. Create an export connection and insert the element FILEWRITER.
  2. On the elements line, select Edit.
  3. On the File Writer Setup page, fill in the following fields:
Field Description
Folder Name Specify the network location where you want to write the files. Ensure the NAV server user has sufficient permissions for the shared folder.
File Name Specify a file name format. The file name format can be a mix of static and dynamic content. Set the extension manually.
Overwrite When selected and the file name is always the same, the destination file is overwritten each time.
  1. Select Check Configuration to see if there are any configuration errors.
  2. Select OK.

File Writer Setup