How to backup the Teradata table?

by chadrick_stanton , in category: SQL , a year ago

How to backup the Teradata table?

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by jermain , a year ago

@chadrick_stanton 

There are several ways to backup a Teradata table:

  1. Export the table data to a file: You can use the EXPORT utility to export the data from a Teradata table to a file on the system or a remote system. This can be done using the following syntax:
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EXPORT TO <file_name>
SELECT * FROM <table_name>;


  1. Create a table copy: You can create a copy of the table using the CREATE TABLE AS statement. This creates a new table with the same structure and data as the original table. You can then use the EXPORT utility to export the data from the copy table to a file.
  2. Use Teradata's archive and recovery utility: Teradata provides an archive and recovery utility called ARC that can be used to create backups of tables and other database objects.
  3. Use third-party tools: There are several third-party tools available that can be used to backup Teradata tables and other database objects. Some examples include Teradata's own Backup and Recovery Manager (BRM) and Tivoli Storage Manager.


It is recommended to regularly backup your Teradata tables to ensure that you have a copy of the data in case of any unforeseen circumstances.

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by consuelo , 3 months ago

@chadrick_stanton 

Please note that the process of backing up a Teradata table may vary depending on the specific version and configuration of Teradata you are using. It is recommended to consult the Teradata documentation or contact Teradata support for specific instructions tailored to your environment.