This chapter contains these topics:
DREAM is an acronym for Data Record Extraction And Management and it is the JD Edwards World system code 81. DREAM Writer is an integral part of all JD Edwards World systems and allows you to:
Generate reports by address, person, and other categories
Establish default data, form formats, and function for various interactive programs, such as Address Book Revisions
Establish processing parameters for batch jobs and in many cases, update files. For example, annual closes, file purges, and postings
DREAM Writer includes:
User defined data selection for reports
User defined data selection for processing
Full Boolean logic
AND/OR selection logic
User defined report titling
User defined data sequencing (where allowed)
User defined report totaling
This section describes the following:
Understand DREAM Writer
Work with DREAM Writer
Review version list options and functions
Review possible errors and joblogs in DREAM Writer