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Update and Edit Data Intake Processes

Sidra Web supports editing and updating Data Intake Processes (DIPs) when new connector versions become available. This feature helps teams adopt connector improvements without needing to recreate DIPs from scratch.

The following connectors currently support in-place updates:

DIP Edit Menu

Sidra Web now includes the following options in the DIP section:

  • Edit: Update DIP parameters when source settings change (e.g., connection strings) without creating a new DIP.
  • Update: Upgrade to a newer version of the connector if available.
  • Delete: Soft-delete the DIP and remove associated Data Factory and Databricks resources.

For more information on how connectors work in Sidra, visit the Connectors Overview.

How to Check Connector Version

You can inspect the connector version of a DIP through the Sidra API. A typical response includes:

[
  {
    "availableUpdatePluginVersion": "4.0.41",
    "enabled": true,
    "editable": true,
    "versionGap": "Minor",
    "pluginVersion": "4.0.40"
  }
]

Explanation of fields:

  • If availableUpdatePluginVersion is null, no updates are available.
  • If availableUpdatePluginVersion has a value:
  • "enabled" and "editable" indicate whether the DIP can be updated and edited.
  • "versionGap" reflects the update type:
    • Minor: patch-level updates (e.g., 4.0.x)
    • Major: breaking changes or schema updates (e.g., 5.0.x)

DIP Action Buttons

Edit

With Version Update

If an update is available, editing will first require updating the connector.

Edit with Update Required

Without Version Update

If the connector version is current, you can edit the DIP directly. All parameters except DSU name and Provider name are editable. A password prompt will be shown for database connection validation.

Edit No Update

If the Edit option is disabled, hover over the button to read the explanation in the tooltip.

Update

This button appears when a new version of the connector is available.

Update DIP

  • For major version gaps, the UI will redirect you to Edit mode for manual confirmation of changes.
  • If the button is disabled, hover to reveal the reason.

Delete

Deletes all Data Factory and Databricks resources tied to the DIP. In Sidra metadata, the deletion is soft, so recovery is possible.

Limitations and Known Issues

  • After editing a DIP, the list may not auto-refresh. Reload the page manually to see updates.