PowerSchool SIS - Administrator

Configure Database Extensions for Partial Student Data Delete

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Database configuration is only applicable for Partial Student Data Deletion. Fields and tables can be marked eligible for deletion.

  1. On Choose Functional Area, Choose the Database Table to Extend dropdown select Students.

  2. Select a workflow type.

  3. Click Next.

  4. Select the Advanced Extension - Create and manage database extensions, tables and fields option and fill out the necessary information or refer to the Create a New Independent Table page.

  5. Select the Basic Extension - Add fields to the default extension option and you will be directed to the last step.

  6. On the Create New Fields for Database Extension Table: U_DEF_EXT_STUDENTS step, click Add.

    1. Select from where the data has to be migrated.

    2. Enter a name for the new field.

    3. Select a data type from the dropdown list.

    4. Enter a default value and description if needed.

    5. Select the Eligible for Partial Student Data Deletion checkbox. Selecting the checkbox will enable the field to be added to the partial data deletion for permanent removal of data.

    6. Click Apply.

  7. Click Submit.