Directory objects store reusable folder paths for Advanced ETL Processor components. Use UNC paths for service-based jobs because mapped drives are not recognised reliably by Windows services.
What You Will Learn
- Create a directory object in Advanced ETL Processor.
- Use directory objects as reusable file locations.
- Understand how directories can work as variables.
- Avoid mapped drives in scheduled or service-based jobs.
Before You Start
Prepare the folder path you want to use. For production automation, prefer a UNC path rather than a mapped drive. The Windows service will not care that Z: worked on your desktop.
Need Advanced ETL Processor First?
Download the Advanced ETL Processor trial before following the tutorial, or review Enterprise if you need scheduled unattended execution.