Creating an XML File To associate variables with values: Create one or more XML files containing variable values. Structure the files as described in the example. Save the file to a folder that is accessible to the SOLIDWORKS PDM database server service. Enable write access so that the file can be deleted on successful import. Parent topicImporting and Exporting Data (For SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional only) Importing Variable Values (For SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional only) XML File Structure and Example Creating an Import Rule Import Rule Dialog Box Creating an Alias Set XML Variable Alias Sets Dialog Box Creating an Export Rule Export Rule Dialog Box Working with Transition Actions Troubleshooting Tips