Exporting Relationships from Jama to Simulink via ReqIF

Overview

This article outlines the steps and best practices for exporting relationships from Jama Connect using Data Exchange (DX) and ensuring compatibility with Simulink.

1. Understanding ReqIF Relationship Export in Jama

✔ ReqIF supports relationship exports but requires all related items to be included.
✔ Jama allows selecting only a portion of the project hierarchy for export, not the full structure.
✔ If a relationship spans multiple project areas, all linked items must be included in the export container to ensure completeness.

2. Common Challenges & Solutions

🚨 Issue: Only One Container Can Be Selected for Export

✔ Solution: The customer must find a container that includes all items referenced in the relationships being exported.
✔ Options:

• Rearrange project structure so that all linked items reside in one exportable container.

• Duplicate and sync the project before running the ReqIF export.

🚨 Issue: Relationships Are Incomplete in Simulink

✔ Solution: Ensure all related objects (both sides of each relationship) are included in the export.
✔ Steps:

1. Identify all linked items within the relationship scope.

2. Select a higher-level container (e.g., the project root) to include all dependencies.

3. Perform a trial export and inspect the ReqIF file to confirm relationship completeness.

3. Best Practices for Exporting Relationships from Jama

✅ Include all related items in the same export container.
✅ Use a consistent project structure to avoid broken relationships in Simulink.
✅ Test exports before finalizing to ensure completeness of data.
✅ If restructuring is not possible, consider manual post-processing of relationships in Simulink.

4. Conclusion

✔ Jama’s ReqIF export requires all linked items to be within the selected container.
✔ Customers may need to reorganize project hierarchy or duplicate & sync data before exporting.
✔ Testing the ReqIF export before final use is recommended to ensure relationships are correctly mapped in Simulink.

Following these steps will help ensure a complete and accurate relationship export from Jama to Simulink.