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Learn when Flow Migrator emits native database actions and when complex queries still need review.

Database-backed workflows need connector-family decisions that are safe, predictable, and honest. These guides explain the routing rule and the current limits.

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Databases & connectors7 min read • Updated Apr 3, 2026

When DB2 actions are native vs manual review

Simple DB2 row and table patterns can map cleanly to native DB2 actions, while complex joins and vendor-specific queries still deserve manual review.

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Databases & connectors7 min read • Updated Apr 3, 2026

How Flow Migrator chooses SQL Server, DB2, and IBM i routes

Database connector routing should follow the actual provider and integration style, not just the platform nickname people use internally.

sql serverdb2ibm i

Databases & connectors6 min read • Updated Apr 3, 2026

Why complex FRN queries stay manual review

When a workflow depends on joined, aggregated, or vendor-specific database queries, the honest output is often partial or manual review rather than a fake native action.

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When DB2 actions are native vs manual reviewSimple DB2 row and table patterns can map cleanly to native DB2 actions, while complex joins and vendor-specific queries still deserve manual review.How Flow Migrator chooses SQL Server, DB2, and IBM i routesDatabase connector routing should follow the actual provider and integration style, not just the platform nickname people use internally.Why complex FRN queries stay manual reviewWhen a workflow depends on joined, aggregated, or vendor-specific database queries, the honest output is often partial or manual review rather than a fake native action.

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