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Why is my web application not connecting to BDC?
The Web Application has service connection to BDC, and in the Secure Store Service Application Everyone is member. Still – no connection made because of the access denied error. Why is that, and how do I overcome this issue?
How to manage business connectivity service application ( BDC )?
In the business connectivity services section, select Manage BDC Models and External Content Types. On the ribbon, select Import. In the BDC Model section, enter the name of the BDC Model File. The Model name must not include any special characters, such as ~ ” # % & * : < > ? \\ { | } or the character 0x7f.
How to manage BDC models and external content types?
Under BCS, select Open. Select Manage BDC Models and External Content Types. On the ribbon, select Set Metadata Store Permissions. Enter a user account or group into the text box, and then select Add. You can also select Browse to look for the account that you want. The account or group will appear in the second text box.
How to import and export BDC model files?
The BDC Model view allows a user to import and export the underlying framework for the business data connection. This is very useful if you have to re-create the connection in a new environment. A BDC Model file can be imported to create an ECT connection to an external system. You can import or export two types of model files:
How to change SQL database to secure store?
I have a sql database which connection string was hardcoded on a property bag I am changing it to use the secure store service application. I already created the application id on the store with the required fields and values. I set it to Group.
Why is SharePoint Designer not connecting with SQL Server?
In SharePoint Designer I’m adding the new External Content Type, providing it a name and database server, database and connecting with Impersonated custom identity referencing the SSS. When I provide the SQL Server Credentials, it fails to connect asking for windows credentials.