Automatic workflow execution in informatica using mail approval

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In Informatica, you can automate the execution of a workflow using email approval, which is a feature known as "Email Approval Task" or "EAT". Here's a step-by-step guide to help you achieve this:

Prerequisites:

1. Informatica PowerCenter version 9.6 or later
2. Email Approval Task (EAT) feature enabled in your Informatica environment

Step 1: Create a Workflow

Create a new workflow in Informatica PowerCenter using the workflow designer. The workflow should have the tasks you want to automate.

Step 2: Add an Email Approval Task

In the workflow designer, drag and drop an "Email Approval Task" from the "Task" palette to the workflow canvas. This task will send an email to the approver(s) for approval.

Step 3: Configure the Email Approval Task

Configure the Email Approval Task by specifying the following:

1. Email Recipients: Enter the email addresses of the approver(s) who will receive the approval request.
2. Email Subject: Enter a subject line for the approval email.
3. Email Body: Enter the body of the approval email, which can include variables from the workflow.
4. Approval Options: Choose the approval options, such as "Approve" and "Reject".
5. Approval Timeout: Set the timeout period for the approval request.

Step 4: Add a Condition to Check Approval Status

Add a condition to the workflow to check the approval status of the Email Approval Task. You can use a "Conditional Task" to achieve this.

Step 5: Configure the Condition

Configure the condition by specifying the following:

1. Condition Type: Choose "Email Approval Task" as the condition type.
2. Approval Status: Choose the approval status you want to check (e.g., "Approved" or "Rejected").
3. Task to Execute: Specify the task to execute if the condition is true (e.g., the next task in the workflow).

Step 6: Save and Deploy the Workflow

Save and deploy the workflow to Informatica PowerCenter.

How it Works:

When the workflow is executed, the Email Approval Task will send an email to the approver(s) for approval. The approver(s) can then respond to the email with an approval or rejection. The workflow will then check the approval status using the condition and execute the next task accordingly.

Tips and Variations:

• You can add multiple Email Approval Tasks to a workflow, allowing for multiple levels of approval.
• You can use variables from the workflow to personalize the approval email.
• You can use Informatica's built-in email templates to customize the approval email.
• You can also use Informatica's API to automate the approval process using custom code.

By following these steps, you can automate the execution of a workflow in Informatica using email approval, making it easier to manage complex business processes.