Tracing messages

Error description	Error type	Handling by i2 connector

Not able to convert the XML	Error	The i2 connector logs the message to
message to the business object.		the adapter log and sets the status on
		the exception to FAIL. It also dumps
		the XML message to the log file along
		with the error message.

Execute method returns null	Error/Success	In case the operation does not have an
output		output type, the execute method
		execution is considered a SUCCESS. If
		an output is expected, the execute
		method issues an exception which is
		caught by the connector.

Tracing is an optional debugging feature you can turn on to closely follow a connector’s behavior. Tracing messages are configurable and can be changed dynamically. You set various levels depending on the desired detail. Trace messages, by default, are written to STDOUT (screen). You can also configure tracing to write to a file.

Recommendation: Tracing should be turned off on a production system or set to the lowest possible level to improve performance and decrease file size.

The following table describes the types of tracing messages that the i2 connector outputs at each trace level. All the trace messages appear in the file specified by the connector property TraceFileName. These messages are in addition to any tracing messages output by the IBM WebSphere Business Integration Adapter architecture.

Tracing Level

Level 0

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Tracing Messages

Message that identifies the connector version. No other tracing is done at this level. This message is always displayed.

Example:

’2002/07/10 15:01:46.812: This is version 1.0 of the i2 Adapter’. Messages delivered each time the pollForEvents method is executed.

vMessages logged each time a business object is posted to the integration broker from gotApplEvent.

vMessages that indicate each time a business object request is received.

Not applicable

vApplication-specific information messages, for example, messages showing the values returned by the functions that parse the business object’s application-specific information fields

vMessages that identify when the connector enters or exits a function, which helps trace the process flow of the connector.

30Adapter for i2 User Guide

WebSphere Business Integration Adapter specifications

IBM WebSphere Business Integration Adapter is an essential component of IBM's integration solutions, providing organizations with a robust framework to connect various systems, applications, and data sources. This versatile solution is particularly designed to streamline the integration of enterprise applications and enhance their interactions.

One of the main features of the WebSphere Business Integration Adapter is its wide range of pre-built adapters. These adapters facilitate seamless connectivity with diverse applications, such as ERP systems, CRM software, databases, and legacy systems. This wide compatibility ensures that organizations can automate processes and share data effortlessly, reducing the time and overhead typically associated with manual integrations.

Another notable feature of the integration adapter is its support for various messaging protocols, including JMS, MQ, and HTTP. This multi-protocol support enables organizations to easily implement message-driven architectures by facilitating reliable and asynchronous communication between disparate systems. As a result, businesses can achieve greater scalability and responsiveness in their operations.

The technology stack behind IBM WebSphere Business Integration Adapter also incorporates standards-based protocols, such as Web Services (SOAP, REST) and XML messaging. This adherence to industry standards ensures that the adapter can easily integrate with modern cloud-based applications and services, providing organizations with the flexibility to adapt to evolving technological landscapes.

In addition to its core integration capabilities, the WebSphere Business Integration Adapter supports comprehensive monitoring and management features. Administrators can easily track the performance of integration flows, monitor message processing, and manage exceptions through an intuitive dashboard. This visibility enables organizations to proactively address issues before they escalate, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted operations.

Another significant characteristic of the IBM WebSphere Business Integration Adapter is its scalability. Organizations can deploy the adapter in various environments, from on-premise data centers to cloud infrastructures. This flexibility allows businesses to scale their integration solutions as needed, accommodating growing data volumes and increasing transaction demands with ease.

Moreover, the adapter's modular architecture makes it easy to customize and extend. Businesses can enhance existing functionalities or integrate additional capabilities to meet specific requirements, ensuring that their integration solutions remain relevant and effective in an ever-changing business landscape.

In conclusion, the IBM WebSphere Business Integration Adapter is a powerful tool for organizations looking to enhance their system integrations. With its extensive features, support for multiple technologies, and capacity for customization, it positions businesses for success in an increasingly interconnected world. By leveraging this adapter, organizations can achieve greater efficiency, agility, and operational excellence in their integration efforts.

IBM WebSphere Business Integration Adapter Tracing messages, Tracing Level, Tracing Messages

Models: WebSphere Business Integration Adapter

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