Access a Merge Backup

Immediately before the merge process, you have the option to create a backup of the target schedule in the event of an unwanted outcome, or if data changes need to be reverted due to other project considerations. The backup type can either be a baseline or a scenario. Backups are only created when a merge has been completed successfully with or without warnings. Any error that causes the merge process to fail will prevent a backup from being created. Error and warning information is available in the Merge Log. See Merge Log.

Note: Backups are not automatically created. If you select No Backup prior to the merge, no backup will be available for the target schedule version prior to the Merge process completing successfully.

To locate a merge backup:

  1. Determine the type of schedule that was created for the backup by reviewing the log file for a specific merge.
    • From the Notifications Panel or your user Inbox, select a merge job notification, then select View Log.
    • From the Manage Services page, select the Merge Log. Find the needed merge job, then select View Log.
  2. Navigate to the location of your backup by type area:
    1. For Scenario backups:
      1. Navigate to the Activities page for a project schedule.
      2. In the Actions menu, open the Manage Scenarios dialog box. Any merge backup that was saved as a scenario will display in the list of scenarios.
    2. For Baseline backups:
      • Navigate to the Baselines page. Any merge backup that was saved as a baseline will display in the list of baselines.

Last Published Tuesday, May 21, 2024