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Datameer's release notes provide information and resolutions on improvements, bug fixes, and visual changes for 7.1.x maintenance release versions.  

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Table of Contents

7.1.12 Release Notes

Improvements

1

Add Support for Cloudera CDH 5.16.1DAP-38171

Support for Cloudera CDH5.16.1 has been added.

Bug Fixes

1

Users Can't Access All Menu Options When the Dependency Graph Is Open

DAP-37341

Now, when interacting with the menu or the + button, the dependency graph closes as expected and all menu options are functional.


(tick) Bug fixed.

2

Workbook Error: "Unable to Execute 'Merge error log %s' java.io.EOFException: Unexpected end of input stream"
DAP-37889

A workbook error was being delivered when small processing errors were not being added to added to the error.log. The filter has been readjusted so this extraneous error message is no longer thrown under these conditions.

(tick) Bug fixed.

3

Setting Workbooks Permissions via the File Browser Inspector Won't Sync to HDFS
DAP-38069

Now, the permissions set via the file browser inspector sync to HDFS when running Datameer in any secure impersonation mode.

(tick) Bug fixed.

7.1.11 Release Notes

Improvements

1

Enable Hive JDBC Connection with ZookeeperDAP-38019

The Hive JDBC plug-in has been update with new class paths.


Bug Fixes

1

S tabilization of the Workbook Settings Wizard
DAP-34306

  • If a duplicate of a data source is added to a workbook, the data source is now only displayed one time.
  • The drop down menu in the workbook settings is no longer cut off and correctly displays all options.

(tick) Bug fixed.

2

Unable to Edit After Entering Incorrect Principal in Kerberos Hadoop Cluster Settings
DAP-35487

An invalid principal no longer can be successfully saved.

(tick) Bug fixed.

3

Using the Infinity Symbol Breaks Flip Sheets
DAP-36474

A symbol transformer has been added so that the infinity symbol works correctly with flip sheets.

(tick) Bug fixed.

4

Functions Aren't Producing Data When a Used Datasources Was Deleted from the Workbook
DAP-37753

Functions now show the correct data even when a no longer needed datasource has been deleted from the workbook.

(tick) Bug fixed.

5

Rest API Calls to Create/Update Workbooks Hinder Users Accessing the Workbook from the UI
DAP-37776

When creating a new workbook via REST API v1, the owner is now the acting user. The user is now able to access the workbook immediately in the UI.

(tick) Bug fixed.

6

The Warning Dialog Is Missing in Case of a 403 Error When Creating a New Workbook or Worksheet
DAP-37846

In case of an error, a dialog now appears and informs users of the problem.

(tick) Bug fixed.

7

Not Possible to Get Dependencies for a Workbook after Injecting It via REST v1
DAP-37956

It is now possible to request workbooks dependencies with the v1 REST API.

(tick) Bug fixed.

8

Closing a Workbook Tab Doesn't Work in Edit Mode for Existing Workbooks
DAP-38006

The close button in the Workbook UI now correctly closes the tab.


(tick) Bug fixed.

9

Configuring the Distributed Mode in default.properties Doesn't Work for the First Startup


DAP-38009

Configuration of the default.properties file is now available after the first startup.

(tick) Bug fixed.

10

Reconfiguring a Partitioned Import Job with the Setting "Save & Migrate" Opens an Infinite Running Job
DAP-38040

Selecting "Save & Migrate" no longer leads to an eternally running job.


(tick) Bug fixed.

7.1.10 Release Notes

Improvements

1

Create Extension Point to Allow for Plug-ins to Set PermissionsDAP-37529

  • Created an extension point that sets permissions.
  • Enabled plug-in creation for sharing and permissions.

2

Create a REST API Call to Set "View Full Results" On a WorkbookDAP-37616

New REST API call created to view the full results of a workbook.

Bug Fixes

1

The Functions GROUPFIRST and GROUPLAST Are Returning the Wrong Results for Lists
DAP-34553

These functions now return the correct results for all data types.

(tick) Bug fixed.

2

The Partition Dialog in the Workbook Settings Show Invalid Formulas on Re-open after an Error Message
DAP-37531

The partition dialog now saves and displays valid formulas.

(tick) Bug fixed.

3

Previews in Workbooks Aren't Generated for Empty Date Columns
DAP-37558

Previews are now generated correctly before and after running a job.

(tick) Bug fixed.

4

A Workbook Must Disable "Process Now" in the Settings If Users Don't Have Execute Capability
DAP-37645

The workbook now disables the "Process Now" setting for ineligible users.

(tick) Bug fixed.

5

The Warning Dialog Is Missing for 403 Errors in Workbooks
DAP-37653

The warning message now appears were applicable to explain the problem to users.

(tick) Bug fixed.

6

In Workbooks, the Non Existing Sheet Error is Only Displayed on Refresh
DAP-37666

If a workbook encounters a non existing sheet error, it is now displayed immediately.

(tick) Bug fixed.

7

Visual Explorer's Functionality Should Be Disabled While the Chart Preview Dialog Is Open
DAP-37672

While the chart preview dialog is open, other Visual Explorer functionalities (filters, create sheet, etc) are now disabled.


(tick) Bug fixed.

8

For the GIT Versioning Plug-in, Building Snapshots of File Browser Artifacts Block Jobs Triggering
DAP-37686

  • The number of event bus threads GIT plugin might use are now limited to prevent blocking other processes.
  • If the event-bus is overwhelmed, the job scheduler now continues to run.

(tick) Bug fixed.

9

An Error is Given When Returning to the Admin Tab After Leaving It
DAP-37687

When returning to the Admin tab, if the Administrator was doing any operation on that tab before, the operation is "forgotten" and the user is presented the selection menu of the Admin tab where they were when last leaving the page.


(tick) Bug fixed.

10

Error in Workbook after Changing the Partition of an Imported Worksheet
DAP-37721

  • If a change in the partitioning causes a current selection to return no results, the worksheet is now displayed as empty.
  • If an advanced expression causes a partition selection to have no results, the worksheet is now displayed as empty.

(tick) Bug fixed.

11

Can't View Data in a Workbook Without Read Access to the Source


DAP-37741

Users with access to a worksheet can now read it even if they don't have access to the data source.

(tick) Bug fixed.

12

Export Job Failure - Failed to Move Exception from datameer.dap.sdk.util.FileOutputAdapter.finalizeExport
DAP-37767

Export jobs related to the "failed to move" exceptions from S3 exports are now successful.

(tick) Bug fixed.

13

Duplicates Displayed in Groups Display
DAP-37786

Groups are now only displayed one time.

(tick) Bug fixed.

14

NormalJobDriver before StartJob Uses the Wrong User for the Permission Check
DAP-37788

The permissions check now checks the correct user and guarantees that the jobs don't run with outdated data.

(tick) Bug fixed.

15

Misleading Message When Creating a Union from Multiple Sheets
DAP-37806

The message has now been updated to be more clear.

(tick) Bug fixed.

16

Missing the Error Dialog for Range Joins When All of the Columns Are Excluded
DAP-37833

  • Error dialog now pop ups where applicable.
  • Join sheets are no longer created if all columns are excluded.

(tick) Bug fixed.

17

It Isn't Possible to Rename Columns of a Worksheet If the Sheet Has Dependencies 
DAP-37859

  • It is now possible to rename any column on duplicated sheets (referenced or not referenced).
  • The column rename is now reflected immediately on Smart Analytic sheets.

(tick) Bug fixed.

18

Renaming Column Issues in Workbooks
DAP-37895

  • It is now possible to duplicate a sheet after a column rename.
  • Duplicated worksheet dialogs now display the latest column names.
  • Datameer now displays the latest column name immediately on flip sheets.
  • It is now possible to rename any column on duplicated sheets (referenced or not referenced).
  • Column renames are now reflected immediately on Smart Analytic sheets.

(tick) Bug fixed.

7.1.9 Release Notes

Improvements

1

Support Encryption in S3 Connector to Avoid 403 Forbidden Error in Encrypted BucketDAP-37569

Encryption now supported for the S3 connector.

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5

Add Support for CDH 5.15.1DAP-37718

Support added for CDH 5.15.1

Bug Fixes

1

Workbook Error-sheet: Font Color Switching When Hovering to Another Sheet Tab
DAP-36924

The font color now stays red as expected.

(tick) Bug fixed.

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1

Cross-site Request Forgery (CSRF) Tokens Are IgnoredDAP-22902

Create CSRF Tokens per Request DAP-36910

A CSRF Token Should Have a Llfe Time DAP-36911

Show the User a Warning If the CSRF Token Is Expired - HTML Form DAP-37041

The License Upload in the UI Isn't Secured by a CSRF Token DAP-37194

Show the User a Warning If the CSRF Token Is Expired - AJAX DAP-36969

Workbook: 403 Responses Need to Be Handled Correctly DAP-37458

The External REST API Shouldn't Be Able to Work With a Valid Session Cookie DAP-36914

Avoid the Flash Message in Case of HTTP-403 Error DAP-37472

Improvements

1

Connect to S3 Via a Network ProxyDAP-37456

Datameer can now connect to S3 via a network proxy.

Bug Fixes

1

Anonymous Users Shouldn't Be Able to Reach the Datameer about Dialogue
DAP-32819

"About Datameer" is only displayed to users who have already logged in.


(tick) Bug fixed.

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21

Schedule Inspector: Error in the Console When Saving
DAP-37626

No errors occur when saving with the schedule inspector.


(tick) Bug fixed.

7.1.7.1 Release Notes

Bug Fixes

1

The Time Based Partition Icon Isn't Present on Settings Page in a Workbook after Reloading the Page
DAP-37477

It is now possible to set partitions on the workbook settings page and the top header and the menu are present after a page reload.


(tick) Bug fixed.

2

Blank Tables and Errors in the js Console on the Details Page of Workbooks and Export Jobs
DAP-37454

There are no longer any errors in the js console and the correct data is displayed on the details page of workbooks and export jobs.


(tick) Bug fixed.

7.1.7 Release Notes

Improvements

1

Upgrade Parquet to 1.8.3DAP-37498

Datameer has upgraded to the more stable Parquet 1.8.3

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5

Avoid Flash Message in Case of Http-403 ErrorDAP-37472

The common CSRF-Token dialog is displayed for a 403-error. This improvement was made as a message is already displayed if the CSRF token has expired.


Bug Fixes

1

User Role Name Can't Be a Blank Space
DAP-31822

Users can no longer save a blank space as a valid username.


(tick) Bug fixed.

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37

The Run Workbook Button Is Displayed but Doesn't Work in the Info Dialog for Users with No Permissions
DAP-37486

The run workbook button is no longer present in info dialog for users with no permissions.


(tick) Bug fixed.


7.1.6.1 Release Notes

Improvements

1

Upgrade Parquet to 1.8.3DAP-37498

Datameer has upgraded to the more stable Parquet 1.8.3

Bug Fixes

1

Copied Data-driven Workbooks Causes a Job Scheduler Issue When It's Triggered Together with the Original Artifact
DAP-37332

Copied workbooks no longer cause a Job Scheduler issues. If any problems arise, clear warnings are show about needed configuration changes.

(tick) Bug fixed.

1

Data Driven Jobs Aren't Triggered If a Dependency Triggers a Permissions Exception
DAP-37605

The scheduling and triggering of subsequent jobs is now working as expected. This update continues to ensure that sharing and permissions security is respected.


(tick) Bug fixed.

7.1.6 Release Notes

Improvements

1

Add Support for MapR 6.0.1 along MEP 5.0DAP-36793

Support added support for MapR 6.0.1 along MEP 5.0

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7

Create CSRF Tokens Per RequestDAP-36910

REST API authentication now requires CSRF token when authenticating with session cookies.


Bug Fixes

1

Disabling Partitioning on an Import Job or a Data Link Breaks the Workbook
DAP-36581

The workbook now shows the preview of the unpartitioned workbook and the partition button is disabled.


(tick) Bug fixed.

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19

A 500 Error on Deinstallation of Plug-ins Isn't Handled By the UI
DAP-37027

Errors are now handled by the UI code and a message is shown to the user.


(tick) Bug fixed.

7.1.5 Release Notes

Improvements

1

Added Origin and Record Count Statistics to workbook-preview-service.log FileDAP-36779

Origin and record count statistics added to the workbook-preview-service.log

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4

Add More Details to a FileNotFoundException When a Command Fails During SSH ExportDAP-36958

Additional detail to error message added in order to make it more understandable.


Bug Fixes

1

Condense Fields "Host", "Port" And "Url Properties" on JDBC Connector
DAP-32572

JDBC connector fields updated.


(tick) Bug fixed.

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29

 Undo Is Disabled When a User Adds a SQL Sheet into a Workbook
DAP-36786

Undo is now enabled when users add a SQL sheet into a workbook.


(tick) Bug fixed.

7.1.4 Release Notes

Improvements

1

Don't Show Any Label in Infographic Table Widgets for Data with Null ValuesDAP-36351

Null cells are displayed as blank in tables and pivot tables. This includes empty date cells displaying as empty instead of showing "Invalid Date".

2

Improve the Blurb next to Group Membership Attribute DAP-36561

The blurb now specifies the attribute used to determine a group's members.

Bug Fixes

1

Columns and Headers Highlight Don't Match After One of the Columns Is Resized Dynamically
DAP-32384

Columns and Headers now match correctly after resizing.


(tick) Bug fixed.

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27

Computing an Expression from a Datameer Function Is Leading to Bad Performances
DAP-36706

Computations are now much faster.


(tick) Bug fixed.

7.1.3 Release Notes

Improvements

1

Support Snowflake ImportDAP-35693

The Snowflake connector supports importing data.

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14

Add Documentation Links to the Formula Editor InspectorDAP-36423

Users can view the documentation about the functions available in the formula inspector.


Bug Fixes

1

Column Mapping Shall Be Persistent When Editing Jobs to Existing Tables
DAP-34011

 Ability to edit an export job configured in "Use Existing" mode, so that it isn't needed to define the mapping step again.

Resolution:

(tick) Bug fixed.

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53

Workbook Won't Open or Run after Upgrade
DAP-35783

After upgrading from 5.11.30 to 6.1.x to 6.3.5, workbooks fail to open or run and throw an error.

Resolution:

(tick) Bug fixed.

7.1.2 Release Notes

Epics

1

Hive 2.1 Hortonworks SupportDAP-32623

Make Hive 2.1 Default for HDP-2.6.X Distributions from V7.1 Onwards

 DAP-34900

Enhance Existing Distribution Support for HDP 2.6. To Have Hive 2.1.X DAP-34076

Packaging of Hive Plug-in Should Select Proper Java Class Automatically DAP-34866

Update Hives2tasks.Createdefaultview() to Work with Hive 2 DAP-35183

2

Export into String Partitioned Hive Table and Storing as ParquetDAP-34136

Replace Export Partitioned Temp Table Approach by Write Data Directly into the Hdfs Partition Locations

 DAP-35544

Use Existing Hive Type Specific ObjectInspectors to Write Data for Existing Table DAP-35097

Enable Export of Datameer Column into Hive Partitioned Table (Including Mapping) DAP-34106

Enable Preventing Schema Mismatch While Export into Hive Table DAP-34119

Enable Support for Different Parquet Versions on Export into Hive Table (Minimum CDH 5.11 and Parquet 2.1) DAP-34120

Support Custom Output Format (E.g. Parquet) When Exporting to an Existing Hive Table DAP-34461

Enable Type Mapping of Datameer Integer to Hive Bigint DAP-35967

Add Limitation for RecordWriter Cache to Prevent OOM Error DAP-36001

3

Implement New S3 Export AdapterDAP-34485

 Export to Redshift via S3 Exporter and RR Copy

 DAP- 34887

Support Single Stream Multipart Uploading with Csv File Format DAP-34486

Support Avro File Format DAP-34886

Support IAM Role DAP-34888

Support Encrypted Buckets DAP-34889

Extract Utility Method to Create Amazon S3 DAP-35228

Make Plugin-S3 Available in Datameer 6.4, 7.0, And 7.1 DAP-35326

Provide Infrastructure That Jobflow Can Deal with Server Side Operations DAP-35863

Provide a DatameerJobLifeCycleListener DAP-36021

Improvements

1

Introduce the Databasecredentials Class That Holds All Properties Needed to Establish a Database Connection In SnowflakeDAP-36030

This is used for the import case so that the different database types can configure this object as needed.

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8

Add support for Cloudera CDH 5.13.2DAP-36063

Support added for Cloudera CDH 5.13.2.


Bug Fixes

1

Export Wizard Step "Mapping" Doesn't Have Type and Name Mapping Validation
DAP-34748

The wizard step "Mapping" of Datameer's Hive export has no validation.

Resolution:

(tick) Bug fixed.

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57

Downloading Data via REST in Native Multi User Mode Doesn't Return Data, Only the Column Names


DAP-36283

Downloading data via REST is only returning the header information and not the data.

Resolution:

(tick) Bug fixed.

7.1.1 Release Notes

Improvements

1

Support Added for MapR 6.0DAP-34743

Datameer works in unsecured/secured MapR 6.0 environments.

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11

Increased Workbook Info Text VisiblityDAP-35695

The workbook info text indicating whether a sheet is being kept and the text indicating whether the sheet is partitioned have been made more visible.

Bug Fixes

1

Removed Columns Appear in the "Included Columns" Section in Join/Range Join Dialog
DAP-32034

If a column in a sheet is deleted, where the sheet is part of a join but the column is not, the column is still listed in the "included columns" section in the join dialog.

Resolution:

(tick) Bug fixed.

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