Dynamically Change Object Name in Upload to S3 Tool Without Use of Macro

Hello,

I am looking for a solution that allows me to change the names of objects that are uploaded to S3 without using a macro. The reason for this is that running automated workflows on the Alteryx server does not allow the use of macros, therefore a workflow has to be created.

I understand that a batch macro is an accepted solution, and I have tried this with success, however, this will not be fit for purpose.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

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BenMoss

Hi @tally is this a rule set by your organisation? Macros typically can run on Alteryx Server no problem, you just add them into a workflow which calls the sub-process (your batch macro), then when you publish the workflow you include the macro as an asset (which is the default setting).

If you need help publishing I can share some screenshots 🙂

Ben

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BenMoss

Hi @tally may I ask why a batch macro is not fit for purpose in this scenario?

tally

Hi Ben,

Thanks for the quick response!

The reason is that macros cannot be used on the Alteryx server when creating automated workflows. So if I use a macro within the workflow that I'm creating, it will not work on our Alteryx server. As we want the process of extracting and uploading data to be automated, using a macro would not work.

Thanks,

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