So we have an issue where the ID is being used also as the Object ID. This of course is a big problem because any database or GIS software will overwrite the ID. So to get around this I want to create an attribute in FME and then fill that with the Object ID values to preserve that number. I can create new attributes with the attribute creator but I can't find any examples or forum topics on how to call out an attribute value to fill it with. I've only seen constants or using this empty column later.
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Filling newly created attribute with existing attribute?
Best answer by ryanatsafe
Sounds like a job for the AttributeCopier
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Ooo! Exactly what I needed! Just one question though, is it creating a NEW colum for me or do I still need to use the Creator first then this?
+11- Safer
Ooo! Exactly what I needed! Just one question though, is it creating a NEW colum for me or do I still need to use the Creator first then this?
The AttributeCopier will create the new column for you.
+46- Influencer
Sounds like a job for the AttributeCopier
Is there any difference between this and just using an AttributeCreator?
