Removing Series from a Dataset – Fusion Data Mapper

Series can be removed from a dataset interactively using the web interface, or in bulk by using the Excel Import ‘Full Replace’ function. The process of removing a series from a mapped dataset removes the mapping rule only. The observation data is not affected, nor are rules for the same series that have been added to other datasets.

Removing Series – Prerequisites

1. The dataset contains series that need to be removed.

Remove Series – Required Roles and Privileges

To remove series from a dataset, users must be a member of the Agency that owns the SDMX Structure Set and Dataflow Map that represents the dataset, or a member of a parent Agency if a hierarchical agency structure is in place.

Removing Series – Procedure

Interactive Method – To Remove Series Individually

Using the Metadata Management web interface:

1. Choose the dataset and the ‘Manage Metadata’ option from the left-hand menu bar.
2. Use the check boxes to select the series to delete.

   

3. Confirm the deletion.
4. Save the change using

Excel Method – To Remove Multiple Series in One Operation

The Excel Import “Full Replace” function can be used to quickly remove series in bulk from a dataset. The process involves exporting the mappings, removing the redundant series from the Excel spreadsheet, and re-importing the result specifying “Full Replace”. Refer to Excel Export/Import Method for full details on the function.