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Detour Based on Condition

knozawa
11 - Bolide

Hi,

 

I have an input file with ID and other fields in Analytical App workflow.

When at least one ID exists, I would like to go through "ID exists" container.  When all ID is empty, I would like to go through "ID empty" container. 

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Would it be possible to bypass a process based on condition?

 

I attached a very simple sample workflow.

 

Thank you,

knozawa

 

 

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CharlieS
17 - Castor
17 - Castor

You will not be able to update the Detour tool from values within the datastream. This is possible to do with chained application, but that is an unnecessary complication.

 

I recommend using the datastream to determine the subsequent action for all records, then appending that binary value to all records and using a filter tool. A Select tool can remove that field downstream and the results from both sides can be recombined with a Union tool.

 

I have attached an example solution. 

knozawa
11 - Bolide

Thank you, @CharlieS!

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