SNOW-CAD Integrating and managing application data Practice Question
Which TWO actions are required to ensure that an Import Set can update existing records while inserting new ones? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently think simply defining a Transform Map (Option E) is sufficient for updates, but they overlook the mandatory coalesce field and the 'On Success' setting that explicitly control the update logic.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Set the 'On Success' field to 'Update' on the Transform Map.
Setting the 'On Success' field to 'Update' on the Transform Map instructs the transform engine to update existing records when a matching record is found, rather than skipping or inserting a duplicate. Option D is correct because the Coalesce field defines which source field is used to match against existing target records; without a coalesce field, the system cannot determine whether a record already exists, so it will always insert new records.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Enable the 'Run as advanced' checkbox on the Import Set Row.
Why it's wrong here
This option is used for advanced scripting and not necessary for basic update/insert functionality.
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Set the 'On Success' field to 'Update' on the Transform Map.
Why this is correct
The 'On Success' field controls whether matched records are updated; 'Update' is required to update instead of ignoring.
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Configure a data source to define the external system connection.
Why it's wrong here
While a data source is needed for the import, it is not specifically required for the update/insert behavior.
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Set the Coalesce field on the Transform Map to the unique identifier field.
Why this is correct
Coalesce identifies which field to use for matching existing records; without it, the system cannot determine if a record already exists.
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Define a Transform Map that maps source fields to target fields.
Why it's wrong here
Mapping is necessary for any import, but not specifically for the update/insert behavior; the question asks for actions required for that behavior.
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