In Tools Release 9.2.4, with a 64-bit deployment server, the handling of specifications has changed. An ESU install with a 32-bit deployment server performs an automated specification merge for business view, tables, and batch specifications. An ESU install with a 64-bit deployment server will replace the specifications in the destination.

You have always been able to compare two versions of objects and non-code objects, such as user defined codes (UDCs) and data dictionary items. In Tools 9.2.4 and later, JD Edwards has added compare and merge tools for business views and tables, plus a compare tool for a Report Design Aid (RDA). These compare tools will assist you when retrofitting your changes or verifying that they were carried forward to the new release. You can easily access the compare tools from the Object Design tab in OMW.

Source objects can come from multiple locations – adding flexibility and enabling you to easily retrofit customizations selectively to the new object.