Administrative considerations for UCM
In this section we look at a number of administrative considerations for using UCM.
Managing UCM datasets
The ClearQuest database, the collection of ClearCase VOBs, and the ClearCase Project VOB contain cross-references to each other. For example, activities exist in both the Project VOB and ClearQuest database and depend on a change set defined in a data VOB.
Back up the dataset in reasonably close proximity to minimize skew problems if a restore is required. Backing up the Project VOB last in the series will simplify the skew correction process.
New tool options released in 2003.06 (checkvob -ucm) simplify the process of fixing skew problems and make the restore of a single repository practical.
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