Question

How do I copy data from multiple tables within one database to another database residing on a different server?

Is this possible through a BTEQ Script in Teradata?

If so, provide a sample.

If not, are there other options to do this other than using a flat-file?

Answer 1

If I am understanding your question, you want to move a set of tables from one DB to another.

You can use the following syntax in a BTEQ Script to copy the tables and data:

CREATE TABLE <NewDB>.<NewTable> AS <OldDB>.<OldTable> WITH DATA AND STATS;

Or just the table structures:

CREATE TABLE <NewDB>.<NewTable> AS <OldDB>.<OldTable> WITH NO DATA AND NO STATS;

If you get real savvy you can create a BTEQ script that dynamically builds the above statement in a SELECT statement, exports the results, then in turn runs the newly exported file all within a single BTEQ script.

There are a bunch of other options that you can do with CREATE TABLE <...> AS <...>;. You would be best served reviewing the Teradata Manuals for more details.